Fran Tarkenton
Football quarterback and sportscaster
Born
February 3rd, 1940
85 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A career as a professional football player spanned from 1961 to 1978. Played primarily for the Minnesota Vikings and the New York Giants. Renowned for scrambling ability and passing skills, achieved notable success in the NFL. Selected for nine Pro Bowls and won the NFL MVP award in 1973. After retirement from professional football, transitioned to sports broadcasting, becoming a prominent sportscaster. Elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1986.
Played for the Minnesota Vikings and New York Giants
Achieved nine Pro Bowl selections
Won NFL MVP award in 1973
Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1986
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