Fran Tarkenton

Football quarterback and sportscaster

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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