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American Football Biography

Steve Young

American · Born 1961

San Francisco 49ersSteve Young EraMost Accurate Passer
Quarterback
112.8
passer
232
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The most accurate passer in NFL history — Steve Young's perfect 112.8 passer rating in 1994 led the San Francisco 49ers to a dominant Super Bowl XXIX victory.

Steve Young was the most accurate quarterback in NFL history at the time of his retirement. His 1994 season — in which he threw 35 touchdowns against just 10 interceptions for a 112.8 passer rating — remains one of the greatest single seasons by any quarterback. He won Super Bowl XXIX and was named its MVP. He overcame years of sitting behind Joe Montana to become a champion in his own right.

He sat behind Joe Montana for four years before becoming the most accurate passer in league history — one of sport's most patient and rewarding waits.

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Career Honours

  • Super Bowl XXIX Champion and MVP
  • 3x NFL Passing Champion
  • 7x Pro Bowl