Best of 2009: Michael Zagaris
Zagaris has been shooting 49ers football since 1973. In the offseason he also serves as the official team photographer of the Oakland A's. "Z" is seen here with former A's manager Art Howe.
Davis caught two touchdowns against the Vikings, including this second touchdown grab.
Under the bright lights of "Monday Night Football," Lawson and the 49ers forced seven turnovers against Arizona.
Zagaris forged into the middle of the 49ers team huddle to get this shot of Davis rallying his teammates.
Jones warming up before the 49ers win over Jacksonville.
Gore made his second Pro Bowl appearance in 2010 after rushing for 1,000 yards for the fourth consecutive season.
The Hall of Fame linebacker has been the perfect mentor for one of the game's best young defensive talents.
For almost three decades, Zagaris is known for his photos from behind the scenes.
Zagaris captured this image of the 49ers three defensive captains.
Zagaris was in the 49ers locker room after the season opening win over Arizona.
Smith threw 18 touchdown passes in 2009.
The close friends and offensive linemen exhale after a December home win.
Hill tossed this go-ahead touchdown pass to Frank Gore that ended up sealing a 20-16 road win in Arizona.
In his second season, Morgan caught 52 passes for 527 yards and three touchdowns.
Zagaris followed two of the 49ers offensive playmakers as they took the field in Indianapolis.
Although it was ruled as an incomplete pass, Crabtree very well could have gotten both feet in bounds after making this amazing catch.
Gore threw a snow ball or two at his teammates while on the road in Philadelphia.
The 49ers unheralded center has spent all eight of his NFL seasons in San Francisco.
Willis made his third consecutive Pro Bowl in 2009.
Spikes led the 49ers defense out on the field for this regular season game at Candlestick Park.
Gore celebrated in style after this touchdown against Detroit.
Two of the game's best tight ends converse after a Falcons win.
Franklin emerged as one of the game's best nose tackles in 2009.
Zagaris followed the 49ers as they took the field in Minnesota.
Two former Presidents were on hand when the 49ers visited the Texans.
Zagaris captured this image of Willis getting some advice from the 49ers coaching staff.
Haralson was one of many 49ers to foil Maurice Jones-Drew's return to the Bay Area.
Ray McDonald returned from offseason knee surgery to post a career-best three sacks in 2009.
One of Zagaris' specialties is capturing the focus of the players during the National Anthem.
Spikes shook hands with the 49ers President/CEO after beating the Rams at home.
Bly intercepted three passes in 2009, including this one against the Lions.
Zagaris captured this image of Lewis before the 49ers played the Vikings.
The 49ers talented young safety led the team with four interceptions in 2009.
The 49ers secondary coach and Goldson go over a play on the sideline in St. Louis.
Two of the 49ers defensive linemen rejoice after a road win.
Spikes was a big part in stuffing the Seahawks run game and Edgerrin James in paricular.
Gore finished with 13 touchdowns in 2009.
Goldson stretching before a home game at Candlestick Park.
Zagaris captured the form of an NFL long snapper from this low angle.
Two former NFL linebackers and current head coaches, Singletary and Jacksonville head coach Jack Del Rio shake hands after a 49ers win.
The second-year guard started in 15 games in 2009.
Davis caught one of his 13 touchdown passes in Seattle.
The 49ers head coach and quarterback embraced after a Monday night win over Arizona.
Rathman returned to the 49ers coaching staff in 2009.
ESPN analyst Steve Young is joined on set by former teammate and 2010 HOF inductee, Jerry Rice.
Walker kept warm during stretches in a frigid climate.
Zagaris captured this image before a 49ers home victory.
The coach and player embraced after the 49ers season finale in St. Louis.
Singletary congratulated his players after a tough win over Chicago.
