Former 49ers DB Chet Brooks dies of cancer at 60

Former San Francisco 49ers safety Terrance “Chet” Brooks has passed away at the age of 60 following a battle with cancer, according to Texas A&M. Brooks was a standout player for the Aggies from 1984 to 1987, earning All-Southwest Conference and All-America honors. He played a key role in leading Texas A&M to three consecutive Southwest Conference championships and Cotton Bowl appearances.

The 49ers selected Brooks in the 11th round of the 1988 NFL Draft. During his three-season tenure with the team, he played in 33 games, starting 23, and recorded three interceptions, a sack, and a forced fumble. Brooks was part of the 49ers teams that won two Super Bowl titles, notably intercepting John Elway in Super Bowl XXIV and returning it 38 yards. His performance in 1989 earned him a spot on the All-Madden team.

Brooks was inducted into the Texas Black Sports