Joe Perry Remembered in Photos

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49ers pioneer Joe Perry has passed away at the age of 84

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Nicknamed "The Jet," Perry was inducted into the HOF in 1969.

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Perry played 16 seasons and had his No. 34 retired by the 49ers in 1971.

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Perry played 14 seasons for the 49ers (1948-1960, '63).

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Perry is 49ers leader in rushing yards (7,344) and rushing touchdowns (50).

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Perry led 49ers in rushing on 8 occasions, including 7 straight seasons.

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In 2007, 49ers established the Joe Perry/ Wally Yonamine Unity Award.

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Perry was a regular attendee at the Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinement.

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Perry was first player to record consecutive 1,000 yard rushing seasons.

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Perry was a member of the famous "Million Dollar Backfield."

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