
Fran Tarkenton
Biography
Francis Asbury Tarkenton (born February 3, 1940) is an American former professional football player who was a quarterback in the National Football League (NFL) for 18 seasons, primarily with the Minnesota Vikings. He played college football at the University of Georgia, where he was recognized as a twice first-team All-SEC, and was selected by the Vikings in the third round of the 1961 NFL Draft. After retiring from football, he became a media personality and computer software executive.
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Known For
Acting History
2022
Mighty: The Life and Legacy of Pat Dye
2018Scramblin' Fran
19841st & Ten as Play-by-play Announcer
1980Barbara Mandrell and the Mandrell Sisters as Self
1980That's Incredible! as Self - Host
1975Saturday Night Live as Self - Host
1970Monday Night Football as Quarterback
1970M*A*S*H as Football Player - 325th Evac. (uncredited)
1968The Dick Cavett Show as Self - Guest
1962The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson as Self
1956The NFL on CBS as Self









