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Born to Dallas Sr. and Francis Tarkenton.
Born and raised in Richmond, Virginia. -
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Fran Tarkenton
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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.