Eric Heitmann
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Position: C
Jersey #: 66
Date of Birth: February 24, 1980
Height / Weight: 6'3" / 312 lbs
Drafted: Round , Pick 239 in 2002 by SF
First Team: SF (2002)
Last Team: SF (2010)
Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Eric Heitmann - Career Overview
Date of Birth: February 24, 1980Position: Center (C)
Career History
- Team: San Francisco 49ers
- Years Active: 2002 - 2010
Career Highlights and Accomplishments
- Drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in the 7th round of the 2002 NFL Draft.
- Started his NFL career primarily as a backup before becoming a starting center.
- Played in a total of 93 games during his tenure with the 49ers.
- Known for his durability and consistency, Heitmann became a reliable presence on the offensive line.
- Played a key role in protecting quarterbacks and creating running lanes for notable running backs during his time with the team.
- Part of the 49ers team that competed in the NFL playoffs during the 2002 and 2011 seasons.
Post-Career
After retiring from professional football, Heitmann has remained involved in various community and charitable activities, leveraging his NFL experience to mentor young athletes.
Legacy
While not as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, Eric Heitmann's contributions to the San Francisco 49ers during the 2000s were instrumental in maintaining the team's offensive line stability during a transitional period.
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