Guy McIntyre
3x Super Bowl Champion & 5x Pro Bowl Guard · Football - NFL
San Francisco 49ers
Era
Modern Era (likely 2000s to present)
Item Type
Souvenir White Panel Football
Condition
Excellent - The signature shows clear contrast with minor ink bleeding (ghosting) common on synthetic surfaces; the ball appears inflated and clean.
Rarity
Common - McIntyre is a frequent and gracious signer at alumni events and fan conventions.
Overall Assessment
A genuine, high-quality example of a respected 49ers legend's autograph on a standard collector's medium.
Authenticity Assessment
Highly likely authentic (95%+ confidence)
Signature Style
Fluid cursive with a sharp, angular 'G' and a prominent trailing horizontal flourish, including jersey number 62.
Signature Characteristics
Fast, rhythmic flow; 'G' and 'M' are the dominant structures; the 'y' and 'c' are simplified; aggressive horizontal exit stroke.
Ink & Medium
Black felt-tip permanent marker (Sharpie) on a white synthetic composite football surface.
Item Description
A Wilson-branded 'white panel' souvenir football designed specifically for collecting multiple autographs; featuring a San Francisco 49ers logo (partially visible).
Estimated Value
$25 - $50 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
Matches standard retired-era exemplars perfectly, specifically those signed during paid appearances.
Authentication Tips
Look for the distinctive sharp peak of the 'G' and the specific way the 'y' loops into the 'M'. The number '62' is almost always present.
Certification Recommendation
JSA (James Spence Authentication) or Beckett (BAS) are preferred for 49ers memorabilia.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; the ink 'bleeding' into the synthetic grain is a natural sign of hand-signing.
Provenance Notes
Likely obtained at a 49ers faithful event or autograph show; multi-signed balls often lack individual COAs for lower-tier HOF-caliber players.
Historical Context
McIntyre was a key protector for Joe Montana and Steve Young during the 49ers' 1980s-90s dynasty years.
Market Trends
Stable; demand is driven primarily by 49ers team-set collectors rather than individual player speculators.
Investment Potential
Low - Best as a personal collection piece; value stays tied to the collective prestige of the 49ers dynasty.
Similar Autographs
Jesse Sapolu, Randy Cross, Harris Barton, or Jerry Rice (as part of a team-signed piece).
Display & Preservation
Keep out of direct sunlight to prevent the ink from turning brown or fading; store in a UV-protected acrylic cube.
Interesting Facts
McIntyre was one of the first offensive linemen to be used frequently in a 'FB' role in the 'Angus' short-yardage package.