Four former San Francisco 49ers—Joe Staley, Vernon Davis, Delanie Walker, and Antoine Bethea—are nominated for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025. Staley, a first-round draft pick in 2007, played all 13 seasons with the 49ers, earning six Pro Bowl selections and All-Decade Team honors. Davis, selected in 2006, recorded 441 receptions for 5,640 yards and was a two-time Pro Bowler. Walker, who developed into a star with the Titans after seven seasons as a backup, was also a three-time Pro Bowler. Bethea joined the 49ers in 2014 and earned Pro Bowl recognition in his first season.

By the Numbers
  • Joe Staley: 6 Pro Bowl selections, 13 seasons with 49ers.
  • Vernon Davis: 441 receptions, 5,640 receiving yards, 55 touchdowns in 10 seasons.
  • Delanie Walker: 3 consecutive Pro Bowls (2015-2017), averaged 77.7 receptions per season.
  • Antoine Bethea: 86 tackles and 4 interceptions in Pro Bowl season (2014).
State of Play
  • A total of 167 players are eligible for induction in 2025.
  • Twenty finalists will be selected by a 50-member committee for final voting.
What's Next

The selection of finalists will occur at the committee's annual meeting, leading up to the enshrinement in August 2025. The potential inclusion of these four players highlights the 49ers' rich history and contributions to the league.

Bottom Line

The nominations of Staley, Davis, Walker, and Bethea underscore the significant impact former 49ers have had in their careers. Their potential induction would celebrate not just their individual achievements but also the legacy of the franchise.