Each player was part of a terrific foursome in the NFL from 1954-1957 nicknamed the “Million Dollar Backfield.” That quartet also included quarterback Y. A. Tittle and running back Hugh McElhenny.

Hugh McElhenny, a Hall of Fame running back who rose to fame as a member of the 49ers' "Million Dollar Backfield," died last Friday at age 93. The 49ers announced the news of his passing on ...

Hugh McElhenny was an instant NFL star, Pro Bowl regular and part of the 49ers' “Million Dollar Backfield” with 3 other Pro Football Hall of Famers.