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But other stars on the 49ers offense began to emerge, enabling the team to spread the ball around.

After being used primarily as a punt returner during his first 2 seasons, wide receiver John Taylor had a breakout season, catching 60 passes for 1, 077 yards and 10 touchdowns, while also returning 36 punts for 417 yards.

Tight End Brent Jones recorded 40 receptions for 500 yards.

Fullback Tom Rathman had the best season of his career, rushing for 305 yards and catching 73 passes for 616 yards.

Kicker Mike Cofer scored 136 points while making a career high 80. 6 % of his field goals.

Even Montana's backup, quarterback Steve Young, had a great year, throwing for 1, 001 yards and 8 touchdowns with only 3 interceptions, while also rushing for 126 yards and 2 touchdowns.

With all of these weapons, San Francisco's offense led the league in total yards from scrimmage ( 6, 268 ) and scoring ( 442 points ).