Francis Tarkenton @Fran_Tarkenton Twitter profile

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

5 years

Today is a sad day. Bart Starr was truly one of the greatest, both as a quarterback and as a man. He deserves so much of the credit for five @packers championships. Bart, you were a special player and man, and you will be greatly missed by all of us. @nfl @ProFootballHOF

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

5 months

Quite frankly I think you have it right!

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@Super70sSports

6 months

Fran Tarkenton is criminally underrated. This motherfucker was #1 in all-time passing yards when I was a kid. He’s STILL #14 all-time despite playing 14-game seasons in an era when you could perform UFC moves on receivers all the way down the field and if the QB looked for a flag

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

2 years

I invented scrambling. The two best quarterbacks this year played against each other in the Super Bowl. They're both scramblers, and that started with me!

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

3 years

I’ve never seen this footage before but I remember it well! Watch for #53 . That’s Mick Tingelhoff, my center with the Vikings. Sometimes I’d start a fight, but Mick would always finish it!

Barstool Sports

@barstoolsports

3 years

This touchdown celebration would land you 5 years in jail today

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

2 years

Here's to my 83rd year of life! Feeling better than ever!

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

8 months

I celebrated 84 years of life on Saturday. I couldn't be more excited about where I'm at today and the potential for the future!

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

11 months

My reaction to the @Vikings ' win over the @AtlantaFalcons . It was truly special, and I'm so glad I got to be a part of it. #NFL

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

2 years

Jim Marshall deserves to be in the Hall of Fame. He's more deserving than any other Vikings player to be in there. He NEVER missed a game in 19 years! He never missed a practice or had a down day! A truly incredible player. So, who's ready for Jim to be inducted?

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

2 years

How about this? Today I got a hole-in-one on the #5 green at Pebble Beach! That makes a total of 5 holes-in-one, so far, in my lifetime b/t Augusta National & Pebble Beach. I shot a 75 for the day which is 7 years better than an 82 year old man is supposed to play. I'm on a roll!

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

2 years

In an alternate universe, I might've played for the Patriots. After graduating, I was drafted by the Vikings, who were in the NFL, and by the Patriots, who were in the AFL. The Patriots maybe seemed like a better deal, but I wanted to play in the NFL, so I chose the Vikings.

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

3 years

My Bulldogs are National Champions! Congratulations to every single one of the players, @KirbySmartUGA , @universityofga , and the entire @GeorgiaFootball staff and organization! TEAMS WIN. #GoDawgs

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

7 years

Enjoyed speaking with @teddyb_h2o tonight. Great young man. Go @Vikings !

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

2 years

I'm 82.8 and I'm having the best time of my life.

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

2 years

I would've scrambled my way out of it😀

Carl Eller

@CarlEller81

2 years

Fran was happy I was on his side and not after him!

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

7 years

Great to see @teddyb_h2o back out there, and @casekeenum7 is a class act too. Best of luck to you both and all the @vikings . #SKOL

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@Vikings

7 years

Tremendous ovation for @teddyb_h2o . Welcome back! 🐻 #Skol

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@Fran_Tarkenton

6 years

Great to spend the afternoon talking X’s and O’s with @KirkCousins8 , a great talent and a great guy! Go @Vikings ! #SKOL

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

8 years

Congratulations to Eli Manning for passing me for 8th on the all-time pass yards list! Well done! @Giants @NFL @ProFootballHOF

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@Fran_Tarkenton

5 months

@Super70sSports Quite frankly I think you have it right!

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

2 years

Merry Christmas! Wishing you all the best this season!

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

7 years

Our @Vikings have a proud history that I'm honored to be part of. This season has been amazing so far. Now it's time to #BringItHome .

Minnesota Vikings

@Vikings

7 years

For those who paved the way for today, let's #BringItHome .

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

6 years

From my family to yours, wishing you all a very Happy Thanksgiving!

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

7 years

Vikings win!! #skol #BringItHome @Vikings

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

4 years

For my dear friend Sid Hartman.... @SidHartman @Vikings_NFL_ @TheVikingAge @Vikings @VikingNations @amyklobuchar @StribSports @SNFonNBC @SInow

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

8 years

Well, I surrender. Tom Brady makes a very avg team great. He's playing at 39 like he's 22. No one does that. He is the greatest QB ever.

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

8 years

We are ready @vikings nation! Let's get a win! #SkolVikings

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

2 years

Some great games this weekend! Y'all see Michigan's quarterback J.J. McCarthy scramble against Maryland? @jjmccarthy09 @UMichFootball

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

7 years

Great time speaking to this @Vikings team tonight! Hoping for a big win tomorrow! #skolvikings

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

2 years

It's Week 1 of the 2022 football season, and over the course of the season I want to share some of my favorite stories from my career, starting with one of my biggest rivals. "Mean" Joe Greene and I played against each other a lot.

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@Fran_Tarkenton

11 months

This past Saturday I was honored to join the Minnesota Vikings as they prepared for Sunday's match-up against the Falcons. It was great to meet the guys, and share some pre-game wisdom. #skol Stay tuned for my post-game reaction.

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@Fran_Tarkenton

2 years

My @Vikings did the right thing picking @LewisCine of the @UGAAthletics ! UGA had 5 players picked in the 1st round-extraordinary! @KirbySmartUGA produces great players schooled in the fundamentals of football & life. Congrats all around! He’ll make you proud! #NFLDraft #Skol

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

10 years

Hanging with a great #10 ! http://t.co/FDTdYTIQYE

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

11 years

Would love to see Johnny Manziel in a @Vikings uniform. This guy is the real deal. He will be a big time player on Sundays. #NFL @jmanziel2

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

1 year

My entire office space is covered with photos from my football days. I thought I'd start sharing some of these memories with all of you. Here's the start 👇

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

3 years

@Vikings Thanks for all of the bday wishes! I'm 82 and having the time of my life! I work everyday and I only go places and do things that I want to. And I'll be standing by to watch my @vikings in the fall.

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

9 years

Congrats to my @Vikings ! NFC North champions! Well done, men! Go Vikes! #SKOL #MINvsGB #NFCNORTHCHAMPS #whynotus

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

2 years

Happy Independence Day to you and yours!

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

1 year

A message for Joe Kapp.

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

8 years

Watched Jared Goff play yesterday. I'm sure he's a great kid - but he isn't very good at quarterback. 1st round draft pick?!

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

5 years

Skol @vikings ! #MINvsNO

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@Fran_Tarkenton

10 years

Thank God! At last the greatest center of all time is in the #HOF ! Congrats Mick. I am thrilled. #SKOL #Vikings #NFLHonors

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

9 years

It's game time! Let's go @Vikings ! Beat the @Seahawks ! #SKOL

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

7 years

It’s time to #BringItHome . #SKOL @Vikings !

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

3 years

@QuirkyResearch I’ve never seen this footage before but I remember it well! Watch for #53 . That’s Mick Tingelhoff, my center with the Vikings. Sometimes I’d start a fight, but Mick would always finish it!

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

3 years

@barstoolsports I’ve never seen this footage before but I remember it well! Watch for #53 . That’s Mick Tingelhoff, my center with the Vikings. Sometimes I’d start a fight, but Mick would always finish it!

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

7 years

Congratulations to my great friend and receiver @NBATVAhmad on his addition to the @Vikings Ring of Honor! Well deserved! #SKOL

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

7 years

There wasn't a better player to play QB in the @NFL than Y.A. Tittle. Legendary. A friend & mentor to me and a good man. Rest in Peace, Y.A.

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@Fran_Tarkenton

7 years

Let’s #BringItHome @Vikings ! #SKOL #MINvsPHI # #NFCChampionship

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@Fran_Tarkenton

4 years

We lost a great man today, Gayle Sayers. @ChicagoBears #HOF

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@Fran_Tarkenton

1 year

Many tried to stop me from scrambling, few actually did.

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

2 months

You all know I'm a fan of preparation. But today, training camps are less crucial than they used to be. Nowadays, guys train year-round. In my day, we needed training camp to bring us back to game shape, physically and mentally.

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

7 years

Great win @Vikings ! #SKOL

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

9 years

. @Vikings @ProFootballHOF it was an amazing night. So happy for Mick, my friend and a true legend and a great man.

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

2 years

Fear causes people to draw back from situations. It brings on mediocrity, it dulls creativity, it sets one up to be a loser in life. Don't listen to fear.

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

4 years

The best of the best, an amazing player and amazing man, Paul Hornung will be missed. @packers @chicagosports #paulhornung #GoPackGo @SiriusXM @NFL @ProFootballHOF @cheeseheadtv @AdamSchefter @FightingIrish @NDFootball @ESPNCFB

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

7 years

Love to see this @FootballUGA running game breaking these big plays! Go Dawgs! #UGAvsUF

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

12 days

My thoughts on the #NFL season so far!

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

7 years

I think this team is ready to go out tomorrow and get a victory against the @AtlantaFalcons ! Go @Vikings ! #SKOL

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

7 years

Congrats to @_BigBen7 ! A great QB.

Sunday Night Football on NBC

@SNFonNBC

7 years

. @Steelers QB @_BigBen7 has passed Fran Tarkenton for 9th on the @NFL 's all-time passing list.

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

2 years

Who can name us all without using Google?

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

7 years

How ‘bout them Dawgs?! So proud of @FootballUGA for an incredible @rosebowlgame victory! Now let’s bring it back to Atlanta and win the big one!

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

7 years

Who's ready for some @vikings football?!? Counting down the hours until Monday Night Football! #SKOL sound off!!!

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

9 years

Tom Brady joined Peyton Manning & I as the only QBs in @NFL history w/ 4-0 starts in 4 seasons. That's very hard to do. Well done, Tom!

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

10 years

My hero was John Unitas. He threw 300 TDs. I threw 342. Now Peyton has 500. INCREDIBLE. #NFL #AZvsDEN

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

10 years

Missed an opportunity by not drafting #JohnnyFootball . #NFLDraft #MINPick

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

18 days

My first job was a paper route when I was 7-years-old in DC. After that I had a summer job every year while growing up. Then, when it came to pro football, I had jobs every off season. All of that experience got me hooked on doing something in business that could be

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

2 years

Go Vikes! Let's get 'em! #vikings #NFL2022 #commanders

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

9 years

So sorry about Frank Gifford's passing. As I said earlier today, he was a "Giant among Giants." Rest in peace friend. http://t.co/Rlndy6PNFb

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

10 years

Happy #ThrowbackThursday ! I still remember when they put that piece of tape on my helmet in camp. #tbt #SKOL @Vikings http://t.co/woVgU7ZvM7

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

5 years

Thank you for coming to my party, Ahmad! So wonderful to see you. Grateful for your true and unwavering friendship!

Ahmad Rashad

@NBATVAhmad

5 years

Lifelong unconditional friendship. So special, so much love Francis I have been blessed to have had you in my life! happy birthday Brother ⁦ @Fran_Tarkenton ⁩

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

11 years

Ralph Wilson was one of the great gentleman owners in the #NFL . My condolences to the Wilson family.

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

8 years

So proud to do some signing, have my handprint cast, & get my jacket fitted today for the @Vikings Ring of Honor! #Viking for life! #SKOL

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

8 years

So sorry to hear of the passing of a true entertainment icon, Mary Tyler Moore. My thoughts go out to her family and friends. Rest in peace.

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

10 years

Go @Vikings ! #SuperBowl2018 is coming to Minnesota. #SKOL #SKOLVikes

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

4 years

Would having it autographed help? Personalized? I think I have a @Vikings rookie card I could sweeten the pot with. Let me know how I can help. I love what you're doing for the Atlanta community @kingcfb !

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@kingcfb

5 years

Well, today @Fran_Tarkenton is helping some more! All $ from this card goes directly to co-workers of mine w/no income currently. Brother, you alright being liquidated?? It's for a great cause and someone is really going to enjoy this card, it will be a nice addition!

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

1 year

Have you all watched Quarterback on Netflix? Here are a few takeaways from the series.

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

6 years

Thanks to the @SECNetwork and @NFLFilms for doing such an amazing job on “Scramblin’ Fran.” Honored to be featured, and proud to ALWAYS be a @universityofga Bulldog!

SEC Network

@SECNetwork

6 years

“My DNA is here. It’s just the greatest thing in the world to be a Georgia Bulldog.” - @Fran_Tarkenton #ScramblinFran #DGD

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

7 years

Thank you!

NFLPA Former Players

@NFLPAFmrPlayers

7 years

Happy BDay to @NFLPAFmrPlayers lifetime member and Hall of Famer @Fran_Tarkenton ! #NFLPAFRATERNITY

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

7 years

Congrats @RandyMoss on a great honor! Welcome!

Minnesota Vikings

@Vikings

7 years

No need to wait. @RandyMoss becomes just the 3rd 1st-ballot WR in NFL history.

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

7 years

Big win across the pond! Way to go @Vikings ! #SKOL

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

7 years

I will always be proud of my Dawgs.

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

7 years

Had a great meeting last week w/ Coach @KirbySmartUGA - one smart guy, who's doing a great job for @FootballUGA . #GoDawgs #CommitToTheG

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

8 years

. @Vikings Thank you! Always a Viking! #SKOL

Minnesota Vikings

@Vikings

8 years

Happy birthday, @Fran_Tarkenton !

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

2 years

Getting nervous and excited for the game and I'm not even playing in it! Good luck Dawgs! We're all rooting for you!

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

7 years

Congratulations to the legendary Tom Brady. The longer you play, the more of these “oldest” records you start to set! I was actually one month shy of 39 when I did this back in ‘78. Can’t imagine playing to age 45 like Tom wants to! Good luck Tom!

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7 years

Tom Brady finishes with a league-leading 4,577 yards, passing Fran Tarkenton as the oldest QB to lead the NFL in passing yards (3,468 yards at age 38 in 1978).

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

1 year

Homer was a 2x Pro Bowler, faster than Olympic gold medal sprinter and Super Bowl champion, Bullet Bob Hayes, and the inventor of the touchdown 'spike' celebration. Homer, we had some great years playing for the @Giants and I will miss you dearly my friend. #RIPHOMER #NFL #giants

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

1 year

My secretary found this yesterday. I'm so proud of this and wanted to share it with all of you!

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

2 years

Here's to another great year! Excited for what's ahead, grateful for what's behind. Happy New Year!

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

2 years

The black and white photo below was sent to me by Y.A. Tittle a few years ago, signed "Better quarterback than me." I called him up after the picture came and told him that I love the picture but disagree with the statement. I really love that guy.

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

7 years

From my family to yours, we wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving! Now, GO @Vikings ! #SKOL

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

5 years

Sometimes it's the little things in life! Join me tomorrow, April 6 at 1PM ET for the premier of my Facebook Live show directly from my basement! Take 15 mins and let's have some fun!

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

2 years

My soul is stirred today. Every Hall of Fame Induction weekend, my soul is stirred. I think back on my own induction. On the inductions of my friends, my teammates. On the players currently being inducted and all they’ve accomplished. I love this community. #HallofFame

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

11 years

Kirby Smart, it's time for you to come home to #Athens . We need you. #GoDawgs @UGAAthletics

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

4 years

@VikeFans I forgive them too. 😆 @VikeFans @Super70sSports

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

2 years

Quarterbacks need to make their team better. If it's a bad team, they can even make a bad team better. Who's your favorite quarterback this season?

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

3 years

@Viking_Sincero Hello Brazilian fans!

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

2 years

No one and no thing is guaranteed to make you succeed. There are no shortcuts on the road to success, so be skeptical about unrealistic promises. In other words, there are no silver bullets.

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Francis Tarkenton

@Fran_Tarkenton

6 years

Is there ANYBODY like Bud Grant? Gotta love the annual tradition. How’d ya do this year, @HPBudGrant ? #skol @Vikings