About Paul Hofer
Born 1952. Paul Hofer is an American american football player.
Paul David Hofer (born May 13, 1952) is an American former professional football player who was a running back for six seasons with the San Francisco 49ers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Ole Miss Rebels. He was a part of the 49ers' Super Bowl XVI—winning team.
Known for his hard and relentless running style, Hofer was a fan favorite despite being on poor 49ers teams in the mid to late 1970s. Hofer was a brutal, attacking runner who suffered serious knee injuries that ultimately shortened his career. Hofer saw limited duty during the 1981 season but was placed on injured reserve before season's end; he was unable to play in the playoffs or the Super Bowl. He retired soon thereafter.
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Who is Paul Hofer?
American football player
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Paul Hofer was born on 13 May 1952 in Memphis.
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Paul Hofer is an american football player.
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Paul Hofer is American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Paul Hofer. https://biography.guide/paul-hofer/
MLA: "Paul Hofer." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/paul-hofer/.
Chicago: "Paul Hofer." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/paul-hofer/.
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