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.

Known For

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson

1962•TV Series•

7.5

Saturday Night Live

1975•TV Series•

6.9

The Dick Cavett Show

1968•TV Series•

6.8

Monday Night Football

1970•TV Series

M*A*S*H

1970•Movie•

7.0

1st & Ten

1984•TV Series•

6.3

Barbara Mandrell and the Mandrell Sisters

1980•TV Series•

6.0

That's Incredible!

1980•TV Series•

5.4

Filmography