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Fred Dean, 68, fearsome pass rusher in 49ers' dynasty, dies

by Josh Dubow
| October 15, 2020 6:30 AM

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Fred Dean, the fearsome pass rusher who was a key part of the launch of the San Francisco 49ers' dynasty, has died. He was 68.

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