Fran Tarkenton

By Vince Vander Kooi

  • Born to Dallas Sr. and Francis Tarkenton.

    Born and raised in Richmond, Virginia.
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    Fran Tarkenton

  • Georgia state football championship

    Led his team as a quarterback at Athens High school

  • University of Georgia star quarterback

    Chosen All-American and Academic All-American. Led the SEC in total offensive yards.

  • NFL draft

    Minnesota Vikings drafted him as quarterback in the third round.

  • Traded to the New York Giants.

    Vikings trade Fran to the New York Giants for 2 first and 2 second round draft choices over 3 years.

  • Traded back to the Vikings.

    When he was back with the Vikings, he led the team to 3 Super Bowls.

  • NFL Retirement

    Ends his career holding numerous quarterback records.

  • Fran has remained busy following his retirement.

    Created Tarkenton Software, worked as a TV commentator and wrote several books.