Battling ALS, Dwight Clark Happy to See 49ers Teammates
Former 49ers wide receiver and team executive Dwight Clark, who is battling ALS, made remarks at halftime during Dwight Clark Day.Clark, 60, met with dozens of his former teammates before the game. More than 35 players off the 49ers' first Super Bowl champion were on the field, as Joe Montana introduced Clark.From a suite at Levi's Stadium, Clark made the following remarks:"Hello, my 49er Faithful!"I want to thank you for all your support when I was a player. And I think you all know I'm going through a little thing right now. And I need your prayers and thoughts, and I appreciate those you've given me."I'd like to thank the York family for putting this day together. These are unique days. Having all the players flown back in here so I could see them one more time, passing out the T-Shirts. It's a big day and I'm very appreciative Jed did that for me."When Keena Turner asked me what I wanted to do to raise money or have some kind of function. I said I just wanted to see my teammates. And the 49ers heard that and flew all these players in, so I could see them one more time."I obviously want to thank my family. It's been a tough year, and they've been through a lot. Of course, they...
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