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| Also Known As | Francis Asbury Tarkenton |
|---|---|
| Born | February 3, 1940 (age 84) • Richmond • Virginia |
| Awards And Honors | All-America team • Pro Football Hall of Fame (1986) • Pro Football Hall of Fame (inducted 1986) • 1 NFL Most Valuable Player award • 1 All-Pro selection • 9 Pro Bowl selections • 1975 Associated Press NFL Offensive Player of the Year • 1975 Bert Bell Award (Player of the Year) |
| Education | University of Georgia |
| Height/Weight | 6 ft 0 inches, 190 lb (1.83 m, 86 kg) |
| Throws | right-handed |
| Position | quarterback |
| Jersey Number | 10 (Minnesota Vikings, 1961–1978) • 10 (New York Giants, 1967–1971) |
| Draft | Drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the third round (29th overall) of the 1961 NFL draft and by the Boston Patriots in the fifth round (35th overall) of the 1961 AFL draft. |
| Completion Percentage | 57.0 |
| Games Played | 246 |
| Interceptions | 266 |
| Touchdowns | 342 |
| Yards Gained By Passing | 47003 |
| Yards Per Attempt | 7.3 |
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When was Fran Tarkenton inducted to the Hall of Fame?
Fran Tarkenton was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1986.
How tall was Fran Tarkenton?
Fran Tarkenton was 6 ft 0 inches, 190 lb (1.83 m, 86 kg).
How many times was Fran Tarkenton selected to the Pro Bowl?
Fran Tarkenton was selected to the Pro Bowl nine times.
What position did Fran Tarkenton play?
Fran Tarkenton played quarterback.
What college did Fran Tarkenton attend?
Fran Tarkenton attended the University of Georgia.
How many times did Fran Tarkenton win the MVP?
Fran Tarkenton won one NFL Most Valuable Player award.
When was Fran Tarkenton born?
Fran Tarkenton was born on February 3, 1940, in Richmond, Virginia, United States.
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