That switch occurred ahead of the 2021 season, allowing receivers to wear any number between 1-49 as well as 80-89. Former 49ers safety Jimmie Ward also wore No. 1 in college, however.

Samuel’s decision to change his jersey number aligns with the NFL's new policy, introduced prior to the 2021 season, allowing wide receivers to choose numbers in the range of 1-49 and 80-89.

The South Carolina native is sporting a new number on his jersey this ... 2024-25 season and will now sport the No. 1 number for the 49ers. ... wear any number between 1-49 as well as 80-89.

It's time for four more entries on our list of the best 49ers players by jersey number, among them being one of the great defensive players of the past decade-plus. Here's a look at today's ...

The 49ers had a dominant first half, then held on for the win. ... 49ers have the Seahawks' number once again, get back to .500 with win. Frank Schwab. October 10, 2024 at 8:26 PM.