San Francisco 49ers All-Time Receiving Touchdown Leaders starts with Jerry Rice, the franchise record-holder with 176 touchdown catches. For a team with Terrell Owens, Gene Washington, Vernon Davis, George Kittle, Dwight Clark and John Taylor in its pass-catching history, Rice still owning the record by a massive gap says everything about his dominance.
Terrell Owens ranks second as one of the most physically dominant receivers in team history. Gene Washington gives the leaderboard old-school deep-threat power. Vernon Davis and George Kittle show how important tight ends have been in San Francisco, while Billy Wilson, Dwight Clark, Freddie Solomon, John Taylor and Brent Jones connect the list to several different 49ers eras.
For the full team index, visit our San Francisco 49ers all-time leaders and player rankings hub. This list uses regular-season receiving touchdowns recorded with the San Francisco 49ers only.
How This 49ers Receiving Touchdown List Works
This list ranks the San Francisco 49ers all-time receiving touchdown leaders by regular-season touchdown receptions recorded with the franchise. It does not include playoff receiving touchdowns, preseason stats or touchdowns caught with another NFL team.
That matters for players like Jerry Rice, Terrell Owens, Vernon Davis and others who also played for different franchises. For this leaderboard, only their San Francisco 49ers production counts.
This ranking includes wide receivers, tight ends and running backs because it is a receiving touchdown leaderboard, not a wide receivers-only ranking. That is why Vernon Davis, George Kittle, Brent Jones, Christian McCaffrey and Roger Craig can appear alongside classic 49ers wide receivers.
Last updated: 2026 offseason. George Kittle is still active with San Francisco, so his total and rank can change during future seasons.
Receiving Touchdowns vs. 49ers Pass-Catcher Legacy
Receiving touchdowns are not the only way to measure a pass catcher, but they are one of the cleanest ways to show who consistently finished drives for San Francisco. That is why Jerry Rice’s gap is so ridiculous. He does not just lead the 49ers; he laps the field.
This leaderboard also shows how many different types of pass catchers have mattered in 49ers history. Terrell Owens was a physical wide receiver who could take over games. Gene Washington and Billy Wilson carried older passing eras. Vernon Davis, George Kittle and Brent Jones prove how central tight ends have been to San Francisco’s offensive identity.
The final list is not a “best receivers only” ranking. It is a franchise receiving touchdown leaderboard, so the table includes wide receivers, tight ends and running backs who scored as receivers for the 49ers.
Table of Contents
- How This 49ers Receiving Touchdown List Works
- Receiving Touchdowns vs. 49ers Pass-Catcher Legacy
- 1. Jerry Rice — 176 Receiving TDs
- 2. Terrell Owens — 81 Receiving TDs
- 3. Gene Washington — 59 Receiving TDs
- 4. Vernon Davis — 55 Receiving TDs
- 5. George Kittle — 52 Receiving TDs
- 6. Billy Wilson — 49 Receiving TDs
- 7. Dwight Clark — 48 Receiving TDs
- 8. Freddie Solomon — 43 Receiving TDs
- 8. John Taylor — 43 Receiving TDs
- 10. Brent Jones — 33 Receiving TDs
- Biggest Takeaways
- Full Ranking Table
- FAQ
- Conclusion
- More 49ers and NFL Rankings
1. Jerry Rice — 176 Receiving TDs
San Francisco 49ers Stats & Accolades: 1985–2000 with San Francisco, franchise-record 176 receiving touchdowns, 1,281 receptions, 19,247 receiving yards, three Super Bowl championships, Super Bowl XXIII MVP and Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver.
Jerry Rice is the San Francisco 49ers all-time receiving touchdown leader, and the gap is enormous. His 176 touchdown catches are more than double Terrell Owens’ second-place total.
Rice was the ultimate scoring receiver. He could beat coverage with route running, body control, hands, conditioning and timing. He dominated with Joe Montana, dominated with Steve Young and stayed elite long enough to build one of the most untouchable franchise records in NFL history.
This record is one of the clearest examples of Rice’s greatness. Plenty of legendary 49ers have caught touchdowns, but nobody comes close to his scoring production.
2. Terrell Owens — 81 Receiving TDs
San Francisco 49ers Stats & Accolades: 1996–2003 with San Francisco, 81 receiving touchdowns, 592 receptions, 8,572 receiving yards, four Pro Bowls with the 49ers and Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver.
Terrell Owens ranks second in 49ers career receiving touchdowns with 81. Following Jerry Rice was nearly impossible, but Owens still built a Hall of Fame-level San Francisco résumé.
Owens brought rare size, strength, speed and run-after-catch power. He could win outside, dominate over the middle and turn short throws into long touchdowns.
His 81 touchdown catches make him the clear No. 2 scoring receiver in franchise history. Rice is in his own tier, but Owens is the next great touchdown threat on the list.
3. Gene Washington — 59 Receiving TDs
San Francisco 49ers Stats & Accolades: 1969–1977 with San Francisco, 59 receiving touchdowns, 371 receptions, 6,664 receiving yards and four Pro Bowls.
Gene Washington ranks third in 49ers career receiving touchdowns. He was one of the franchise’s best deep threats before the Montana-Walsh dynasty became the team’s national identity.
Washington averaged 18.0 yards per catch with San Francisco, which shows how explosive he was. He did not need huge reception volume to make a major impact because many of his catches changed the field.
His 59 receiving touchdowns keep him ahead of several modern stars and make him one of the most important wide receivers in early 49ers history.
4. Vernon Davis — 55 Receiving TDs
San Francisco 49ers Stats & Accolades: 2006–2015 with San Francisco, 55 receiving touchdowns, 441 receptions, 5,640 receiving yards and two Pro Bowls.
Vernon Davis ranks fourth in 49ers career receiving touchdowns and remains the franchise leader among tight ends in touchdown catches.
Davis was one of the most athletic tight ends of his era. He had wide receiver speed, tight end size and the ability to stretch the seam in a way few players at his position could.
His 55 touchdown catches show how dangerous he was near the end zone. His playoff catch against the Saints after the 2011 season remains one of the most emotional moments in modern 49ers history.
5. George Kittle — 52 Receiving TDs
San Francisco 49ers Stats & Accolades: 2017–present with San Francisco, 52 receiving touchdowns, 595 receptions, 8,008 receiving yards, multiple Pro Bowls and multiple All-Pro selections.
George Kittle ranks fifth already, and he is the active name with the best chance to keep climbing this leaderboard. He is only three touchdowns behind Vernon Davis for the top tight end touchdown mark in franchise history.
Kittle is more than a receiving tight end. He blocks like a sixth offensive lineman, runs after the catch with power and creates explosive plays down the field.
His receiving yards rank is even higher, but his touchdown production is also now clearly top-five in franchise history. If he stays healthy, Kittle can move past Davis and push toward Gene Washington.
6. Billy Wilson — 49 Receiving TDs
San Francisco 49ers Stats & Accolades: 1951–1960 with San Francisco, 49 receiving touchdowns, 407 receptions, 5,902 receiving yards and six Pro Bowls.
Billy Wilson ranks sixth in 49ers career receiving touchdowns. He was one of the franchise’s first great pass-catching stars and a major receiving weapon during the 1950s.
Wilson’s numbers need era context. Passing volume was lower, seasons were shorter and receivers played in a much more physical environment.
Even with that context, Wilson caught 49 touchdowns and made six Pro Bowls. That makes him one of the most respected early offensive players in 49ers history.
7. Dwight Clark — 48 Receiving TDs
San Francisco 49ers Stats & Accolades: 1979–1987 with San Francisco, 48 receiving touchdowns, 506 receptions, 6,750 receiving yards, two Super Bowl championships and two Pro Bowls.
Dwight Clark ranks seventh in 49ers career receiving touchdowns, but his legacy is bigger than any single number because of “The Catch.”
Clark was a smart, reliable receiver who fit Bill Walsh’s offense perfectly. He ran precise routes, worked well with Joe Montana and helped start the 49ers dynasty.
His 48 touchdown catches prove he was more than one historic play. Clark was a consistent scoring threat during the beginning of San Francisco’s golden era.
8. Freddie Solomon — 43 Receiving TDs
San Francisco 49ers Stats & Accolades: 1978–1985 with San Francisco, 43 receiving touchdowns, 310 receptions, 4,873 receiving yards and two Super Bowl championships.
Freddie Solomon is tied for eighth in 49ers career receiving touchdowns with 43. He was an important receiver during the early Bill Walsh and Joe Montana years.
Solomon brought speed, versatility and big-play ability. Before Jerry Rice arrived, he was one of Montana’s key targets and helped the 49ers offense develop into a championship unit.
His receiving touchdown total keeps him inside the franchise top 10, and his role on two Super Bowl teams makes his legacy even stronger.
8. John Taylor — 43 Receiving TDs
San Francisco 49ers Stats & Accolades: 1987–1995 with San Francisco, 43 receiving touchdowns, 347 receptions, 5,598 receiving yards and three Super Bowl championships.
John Taylor is tied with Freddie Solomon at 43 receiving touchdowns. Playing next to Jerry Rice meant Taylor was rarely the first name mentioned, but he was a dangerous weapon in his own right.
Taylor had speed, big-play ability and excellent chemistry in the 49ers offense. Defenses focused so much attention on Rice that Taylor often punished single coverage.
His game-winning touchdown in Super Bowl XXIII remains one of the biggest plays in franchise history. His 43 regular-season receiving touchdowns help show that he was more than a complementary piece.
10. Brent Jones — 33 Receiving TDs
San Francisco 49ers Stats & Accolades: 1987–1997 with San Francisco, 33 receiving touchdowns, 417 receptions, 5,195 receiving yards, three Super Bowl championships and four Pro Bowls.
Brent Jones rounds out the top 10 in 49ers career receiving touchdowns. He was one of the NFL’s best receiving tight ends during his prime and a perfect fit in the West Coast offense.
Jones found soft spots in coverage, worked the middle of the field and gave Montana and Young a reliable target at tight end.
His touchdown total does not match modern tight end volume, but his role in championship offenses was extremely valuable. Jones remains one of the best tight ends in franchise history.
Biggest Takeaways From the 49ers Receiving TD List
The biggest takeaway is Jerry Rice’s massive lead. Rice has 176 receiving touchdowns with the 49ers, while Terrell Owens is second with 81.
The second takeaway is how strong San Francisco’s tight end history is. Vernon Davis, George Kittle and Brent Jones all rank inside the top 10, giving the 49ers one of the deepest tight end touchdown histories in football.
The third takeaway is Kittle’s climb. He is already fifth with 52 receiving touchdowns and is close to passing Vernon Davis for the franchise tight end touchdown record.
Full Ranking Table: San Francisco 49ers All-Time Receiving Touchdown Leaders
Note: This table is sorted by regular-season receiving touchdowns with the 49ers only. “49ers Years” means the seasons included in each player’s San Francisco receiving touchdown total.
| Rank | Player | Position | 49ers Years | Receiving TDs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jerry Rice | WR | 1985–2000 | 176 |
| 2 | Terrell Owens | WR | 1996–2003 | 81 |
| 3 | Gene Washington | WR | 1969–1977 | 59 |
| 4 | Vernon Davis | TE | 2006–2015 | 55 |
| 5 | George Kittle | TE | 2017–Present | 52 |
| 6 | Billy Wilson | WR | 1951–1960 | 49 |
| 7 | Dwight Clark | WR | 1979–1987 | 48 |
| 8 | Freddie Solomon | WR | 1978–1985 | 43 |
| 8 | John Taylor | WR | 1987–1995 | 43 |
| 10 | Brent Jones | TE | 1987–1997 | 33 |
| 11 | J.J. Stokes | WR | 1995–2002 | 30 |
| 12 | Dave Parks | WR | 1964–1967 | 27 |
| 12 | Bernie Casey | WR | 1961–1966 | 27 |
| 14 | Michael Crabtree | WR | 2009–2014 | 26 |
| 15 | Brandon Aiyuk | WR | 2020–2025 | 25 |
| 15 | Gordie Soltau | WR | 1950–1958 | 25 |
| 17 | Ted Kwalick | TE | 1969–1974 | 23 |
| 18 | Jauan Jennings | WR | 2020–2025 | 22 |
| 18 | Deebo Samuel | WR | 2019–2025 | 22 |
| 20 | R.C. Owens | WR | 1957–1961 | 20 |
| 21 | Christian McCaffrey | RB | 2022–Present | 18 |
| 21 | John David Crow | RB | 1961–1964 | 18 |
| 21 | Clyde Conner | WR | 1956–1962 | 18 |
| 24 | Anquan Boldin | WR | 2013–2015 | 16 |
| 24 | Roger Craig | RB | 1983–1990 | 16 |
FAQ: San Francisco 49ers All-Time Receiving Touchdown Leaders
Who has the most receiving touchdowns in San Francisco 49ers history?
Jerry Rice has the most receiving touchdowns in San Francisco 49ers history with 176 regular-season receiving TDs.
Who is second in 49ers career receiving touchdowns?
Terrell Owens ranks second in 49ers career receiving touchdowns with 81 receiving TDs.
Who is third in San Francisco 49ers all-time receiving touchdowns?
Gene Washington ranks third with 59 receiving touchdowns for San Francisco.
Where does Vernon Davis rank in 49ers receiving touchdowns?
Vernon Davis ranks fourth in 49ers career receiving touchdowns with 55 receiving TDs.
Where does George Kittle rank in 49ers receiving touchdowns?
George Kittle ranks fifth in 49ers career receiving touchdowns with 52 receiving TDs through the 2025 season.
Which tight ends are in the 49ers receiving touchdown top 10?
Vernon Davis, George Kittle and Brent Jones are the tight ends inside the 49ers receiving touchdown top 10.
Who has the most receiving yards in 49ers history?
Jerry Rice has the most receiving yards in 49ers history with 19,247 receiving yards.
Are playoff receiving touchdowns included in this 49ers ranking?
No. This ranking uses regular-season receiving touchdowns with the 49ers only. Playoff receiving touchdowns are not included.
Conclusion: Jerry Rice Still Owns the 49ers Receiving TD Record
Jerry Rice remains the San Francisco 49ers all-time receiving touchdown leader with 176, a record that feels almost unreachable. Terrell Owens is second with 81, while Gene Washington, Vernon Davis and George Kittle complete a strong top five.
The list shows how deep San Francisco’s pass-catching history is. Dwight Clark, Freddie Solomon, John Taylor and Brent Jones helped build championship offenses, while Billy Wilson and Gene Washington connect the leaderboard to earlier 49ers eras.
The active name to watch is George Kittle. He is already fifth and close to Vernon Davis for the top tight end touchdown spot in franchise history. Rice’s record is far away, but Kittle can still climb higher among the greatest 49ers pass catchers ever.
More 49ers and NFL Rankings
For the full franchise picture, visit our San Francisco 49ers all-time leaders and player rankings hub and our best San Francisco 49ers players of all-time ranking.
You can also read our related 49ers pages for best San Francisco 49ers wide receivers of all-time, San Francisco 49ers all-time receiving yards leaders, San Francisco 49ers all-time passing yards leaders and San Francisco 49ers all-time rushing yards leaders.
For broader NFL history, check out our best NFL wide receivers of all-time, best NFL tight ends of all-time and the NFL team all-time player rankings hub. You can also follow SOG Football on Instagram for more NFL rankings, debates and football history graphics.
