Steelers nearly blow big lead in win over Chargers Oct 6, 2009
Manning completed 31-of-41 passes with an interception and threw his 342nd career touchdown pass to tie Hall of Famer Fran Tarkenton for third on the all-time list. He now trails just Dan Marino (420) and Brett Favre (469). (ABC 7 News, DC)
Favre wants to lay low, but that's not an option Oct 6, 2009
Even for a team that has produced the Purple People Eaters, Fran Tarkenton, Randy Moss and now Adrian Peterson, Brett Favre is probably the most famous player to ever put on a Minnesota Vikings uniform. Sustained success, a unique style, record-setting durability, an engaging personality and a Super Bowl victory caught the sports world s attention. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Former Bulldogs spark Broncos Oct 5, 2009
Colts 34, Seahawks 17: At Indianapolis, Peyton Manning led the Colts to touchdowns on four of their first five drives, tied milestones established by Fran Tarkenton and Dan Marino and extended Indianapolis' regular-season victory streak to 13. N.Y. Giants 27, Chiefs 16: At Kansas City, Mo. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Colts perfect, too Oct 5, 2009
Manning led the Colts to touchdowns on four of their first five drives Sunday, tied league marks established by Fran Tarkenton and Dan Marino and extended Indianapolis regular-season winning streak to 13 with a 34-17 victory over Seattle ... Fran and my dad are friends and my dad has told me great stories about Fran Tarkenton, Manning said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Steelers hold off Chargers Oct 5, 2009
Colts 34, Seahawks 17: Peyton Manning led Indianapolis to touchdowns on four of its first five drives, tied 00003E45 milestones established by Fran Tarkenton and Dan Marino, and extended the Colts' regular-season victory streak to 13 with a win over the visiting Seattle Seahawks. Manning finished 31-of-41 for 353 yards, marking the first time in 12 NFL seasons he has topped 300 yards in four consecutive games. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Mannings differ this day Oct 5, 2009
His second TD pass, a 21-yarder to rookie Austin Collie, put Manning alongside Fran Tarkenton for No. 3 on the NFL s career list. Both have 342, trailing only Marino (420) and Brett Favre (469). (Boston Globe)
Manning, Colts stike early, often in 34-17 romp over Seattle Oct 5, 2009
Manning led the to touchdowns on four of their first five drives Sunday, tied league marks established by Fran Tarkenton and Dan Marino and extended Indianapolis' regular-season winning streak to 13 with a 34-17 victory over Seattle ... "Fran and my dad are friends and my dad has told me great stories about Fran Tarkenton," Manning said. (USA Today -- Sports)
NFL Today, Week 4 Oct 5, 2009
Manning also tied Fran Tarkenton for No. 3 on the NFL's career list with 342, trailing only Marino (420) and Brett Favre (469). STREAKS. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Walker, Dooley to sign books before UGA game Oct 3, 2009
At the same time Saturday, Fran Tarkenton, who spent 18 years in the NFL, will sign "Every Day is Game Day." The former UGA quarterback wrote the book with fellow NFL star Jim Bruton. And that's not all of the Bulldogs. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Wootens debut . . . dancing Dogs . . . and stray facts Oct 2, 2009
12:30 p.m. until 2:30 p.m.: Vince Dooley ( Dooley s Play Book ) and Fran Tarkenton ( Every Day is Game Day ). Also, Kevin Butler and David Greene will be available for autographs from 1:30 to 2:30. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Jekyll and Frye Oct 1, 2009
The only one who lost was Fran Tarkenton in his first game against the Vikings after leaving for the Giants - despite throwing for 270 yards and three touchdowns and running for 56 yards. Joe Montana (Chiefs versus 49ers), Norm Van Brocklin (Eagles versus Rams), Warren Moon (Minnesota versus Houston) and Y.A. Tittle (Giants versus 49ers) all put up huge numbers and won. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Who needs Rubio? Wolves happy with Flynn Sep 26, 2009
Thats saying something, considering the Twin Cities have been home to such beloved stars as Kirby Puckett, Kevin Garnett, Harmon Killebrew and Fran Tarkenton, while Joe Mauer and Adrian Peterson currently hold down the fort. I truly believe hes that special in terms of his charisma and his leadership capabilities, Kahn said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Despite the storms, Eagles' McNabb has managed to stay poised under pressure Sep 13, 2009
He's one of six players in league history with 25,000 passing yards and 3,000 rushing yards (along with Randall Cunningham, Steve Young, Fran Tarkenton, Steve McNair and John Elway). Over the years, he's become a more polished and accurate passer. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
TOLIVER'S TRAVELS Sep 6, 2009
Looking like Fran Tarkenton at times in his purple No. 10 jersey, Locker wove through Tigers defenders and burned them repeatedly on big plays. Were it not for many penalties against the Huskies and an ill-advised first-quarter pass that LSU linebacker Jacob Cutrera intercepted and returned for a touchdown, Washington might have gotten the stunning upset no one predicted but that Huskies fans were yearning for after cleaning its coaching house after last year's unprecedented 0-12 season. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Falcons secondary makes progress Sep 5, 2009
UGA hasn t produced much in the way of QB s since the days of Fran Tarkenton, so I guess that might explain why UGA fans are making such an issue over whether one of their own will win the privilege of carrying a clipboard. Like most UGA QB s on the NFL level, he just hasn t distinguished himself so far. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Jerry Micco's sports chat transcript (Yesterday) Sep 3, 2009
But Fran Tarkenton made a good point this morning (on Mike & Mike), when they were discussing Brandon Marshall. He said that, even though Big Ben has a very public legal situation, things around the Steelers are quiet, due to the stability of the organization. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Record-seekers vs. Chiefs Aug 22, 2009
The team record is four, set by Fran Tarkenton against Dallas on Sept. 8, 1962. Tarvaris Jackson has now gone two games without getting sacked. (VikingUpdate.com)
Favre playing his own game, his own way Aug 21, 2009
"It's despicable," said Fran Tarkenton of the television sight of Brett Favre stepping out of an automobile driven by the head coach, who had just picked up his starting quarterback at the airport. Hall of Famer Tarkenton, an 18-year NFL player who spent 13 of those seasons in Minnesota, had no problem ripping future Hall of Famer Favre, who spent 17 seasons in Green Bay before becoming a serial retiree. (Nola.com -- Sports)
VikingBuzz BLOG Aug 21, 2009
There are multiple generations now of Viking fans who don't even remember Fran Tarkenton. What if the team had given his old college number, 10, instead of number 9. (VikingUpdate.com)
Not even Favre knows how much he has left Aug 20, 2009
THE HUDDLE: FRAN TARKENTON. Most fans are celebrating Favre's arrival as the missing link between their franchise and the glory that has eluded it for 48 years. (USA Today -- Sports)
Tarkenton calls Favre scene 'absolute circus' Aug 20, 2009
Fran Tarkenton expresses disdain over Brett Favre and retirement indecision - ESPN ... Fran Tarkenton criticizes Brett Favre for his inability to make a decisionTags ... Fran Tarkenton criticizes Brett Favre for his inability to make a decisionTags. (ESPN -- Football)
Kirk's Corner: Favre news sinking in Aug 20, 2009
Former Viking quarterback Fran Tarkenton (one of my all-time favorites, by the way) wasn t shy when asked what he thought about Favre. Tarkenton spoke out on ESPN s Outside the Lines about Favre. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Favre wont have to carry Vikings Aug 20, 2009
Ideally, Minnesota can duplicate the formula Denver created for John Elway, one of seven quarterbacks to start a Super Bowl after turning 36 (Johnny Unitas, Fran Tarkenton, Roger Staubach, Jim Plunkett, Rich Gannon and Kurt Warner are the others). Elway won it all at age 37 and 38, becoming the oldest QB to win the big game. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Vikings legend Tarkenton is no fan of Favre Aug 20, 2009
Remember a few months back when Fran Tarkenton called Brett Favre's actions "despicable" and said, "I kind of hope (he plays), so he can fail". Well, Tarkenton got his wish, and he hasn't wasted much time getting back out in front of this news again. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Favre signs with old rival Aug 19, 2009
Favre, Vikes take chance 081909 - The Augusta Chronicle. Favre, Vikes take chance QB comes out of retirement for second summer in a row Associated Press Wednesday, August 19, 2009. (The Augusta Chronicle)
MICHAEL WEBER: Football teams on the move Aug 17, 2009
Forty years that have included Johnny Unitas, Fran Tarkenton, Terry Bradshaw, Roger Staubach, Joe Montana, Peyton Manning and Tom Brady; Walter Payton, Franco Harris, Barry Sanders, Eric Dickerson, Emmitt Smith and LaDainian Tomlinson; Jerry Rice, Lynn Swan, Steve Largent, Charlie Joiner and Randy Moss; Dick Butkus, Mike Singletary, Ronnie Lott, Ray Lewis, and Mean Joe Greene; Tom Landry, Bud Grant, Don Schula, Chuck Noll, and the Big Tuna; the Steel Curtain, the Purple People Eaters, the Orange... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
OPEN COURT: McNabb’s odyssey Aug 16, 2009
Or that only five other NFL quarterbacks (Randall Cunningham, Steve Young, Fran Tarkenton, John Elway, McNair) have accumulated more than 25,000 passing yards and 3,000 rushing yards in a career. It s safe to say we ll never see a career quite like McNabb s ever again, mostly because I m not sure we ll ever see any athlete able to handle Limbaugh, Owens, Vick and the Philly fans all in one decade. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Stafford benched! (Not really, hes just not starting) Aug 15, 2009
Does the name FRAN TARKENTON mean anything to you. I love GT AS WELL AS UGA. Any given season I root for the one who has the most to lose. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Studwell hit with Ring of Honor surprise Aug 12, 2009
Studwell is the first linebacker to be named to the Ring of Honor, which now includes QB Fran Tarkenton, DT Alan Page, GM Jim Finks, coach Bud Grant, S Paul Krause, trainer Fred Zamberletti, DE Jim Marshall, T Ron Yary, T Korey Stringer, C Mick Tingelhoff, DE Carl Eller, WR Cris Carter, RB Bill Brown, coach Jerry Burns, G Randall McDaniel, RB Chuck Foreman, DT John Randle and now Studwell. Studwell was a leader on Vikings defenses for 14 years (1977-90) and is entering his 18th year in the... (VikingUpdate.com)
Two-minute drill: Two-a-days bring real hitting Aug 11, 2009
Noting that Matthew Stafford is battling to possibly become the Lion s starting QB in the season opener, looks at past Georgia quarterbacks who moved up to the NFL and finds only Quincy Carter and Zeke Bratkowski started out of the gate, though Fran Tarkenton came off the bench and starred in his first game. The blog also runs down how other UGA quarterbacks did in the pros. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Defense highlights new Hall of Fame class Aug 9, 2009
l Fran Tarkenton, quarterback. l Charley Taylor, running back-wide receiver. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Commentary: Jacksons injuries too familiar Aug 6, 2009
That was no small achievement, since the only Vikings rookie quarterbacks to ever start a game were Fran Tarkenton and Tommy Kramer. Both of them were known for staying on the field and being a reliable starter. (VikingUpdate.com)
Analysts: Steve McNair might be '1 yard' short of Hall of Fame Jul 14, 2009
" McNair supporters think his intangibles should mean more, and point to his many feats, which came mostly as a Titan from 1995-2005. McNair's final two seasons were in Baltimore. McNair is one of three players in NFL history to throw for 30,000 yards and rush for 3,500, joining Hall of Famers Fran Tarkenton and Steve Young. He was named to the Pro Bowl on four different occasions, and in 2003 was named co-MVP of the league along with . He took the Titans to the Super Bowl, and to a pair of AFC... (USA Today -- Sports)
Peter KingINSIDE THE NFL Jul 10, 2009
Fran Tarkenton The Hall of Fame quarterback turned scrambling into an art form. You've got to see one of his old romps on NFL Films to believe how fast, lithe and athletic he was. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
McNair milestones Jul 5, 2009
Ranks 5th all time among QBs with 3,558 career rushing yards, trailing only Randall Cunningham (4,928), Steve Young (4,239), Michael Vick (3,859) and Fran Tarkenton (3,674). Announced his retirement from the Baltimore Ravens and the NFL on April 17, 2008. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Toast of the town? Not during sports vacation Jun 5, 2009
Away from the diamond, I didn't watch much sports on TV. Yet, when Fran Tarkenton started lobbing verbal grenades at Brett Favre, I snapped to attention. Tarkenton, the former Viking quarterback, ripped the old Packer in a series of interviews. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Injury report questionable May 31, 2009
"Etc.First and five Five nuggets from across the NFL: 1. Free agent safety Rodney Harrison said he'd make a decision on his football future by June 1, and the question that is about to be answered remains the same: Will his 16th season be on the field or in the broadcast booth?; 2. The Bengals have been lining Rey Maualuga up at the strong-side linebacker spot in their 4-3 defense, not at middle linebacker, where most expected him to be; 3. Hearing positive reviews on how tight end Tony Gonzalez... (Boston Globe)
Tarkenton throws zingers at Favre May 30, 2009
QB Fran Tarkenton (AP Images) ... Fran Tarkenton was interviewed this week on Radio 790 The Zone out of Atlanta and was asked for his take on the NFL topic that has been reported and debated ad nauseum over the past few weeks. (PackerReport.com)
Tarks latest Favre take? Ridiculous May 30, 2009
Hall of Fame quarterback Fran Tarkenton didnt back away from his comments on Brett Favre ... Fran Tarkenton didnt run away from his previous comments on like he scrambled away from oncoming defenders during his career. (VikingUpdate.com)
Phil TaylorTHE HOT BUTTON May 20, 2009
Others were merely bland, like Fran Tarkenton, Joe Namath and Lynn Swann -- all of whom were far more interesting with a football in their hands than a microphone -- and O.J. Simpson. (Remember when being a mediocre broadcaster was the worst knock one could throw at O.J.. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Favre needs to say 'no' for good May 8, 2009
Fran Tarkenton of Minnesota did the same thing before retiring at the end of 1978. Those are the only two Hall of Famers to go 16-for-16 in their final seasons since the schedule expanded 31 years ago. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Is Stafford next Manning or Leaf? Hard to ... Apr 28, 2009
Is Stafford next Manning or Leaf. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Cutler deal invokes memories of Tarkenton Apr 10, 2009
(older than 14 days). Article rated a 5 by 1 users. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
KING:QB Cutler may regret forcing trade from potent Broncos Apr 3, 2009
Lots of great players in NFL history have been traded, including lots of great quarterbacks -- , Fran Tarkenton, John Unitas, Bobby Layne. Lots of quarterbacks have been subjects of trade rumors, including the one and only John Elway, who preceded Cutler as the face of the Broncos; Dan Reeves almost sent Elway to the Redskins midway through his career. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
All-time favorite Dawgs Mar 3, 2009
I ended up with seven favorites for my list: Fran Tarkenton, Lynn Hughes, Andy Johnson, Herschel Walker, Hines Ward, David Greene and Mohamed Massaquoi ... Fran Tarkenton Jake Scott Herschel Walker Scott Woerner Hines Ward ... Hershel Walker Guy Mcintyre Freddie Gilber Fran Tarkenton Greg Blue Rex Robinson David Greene David Pollak Rennie Curran Ben watson Stinchcomb brothers Willie McClendon Richard Tardits Bill Goldberg Bill Stanfill John Kasay Too many great players to choose from. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Jets' Favre on retirement: 'It's time to leave' Feb 12, 2009
" FAVRE IN THE RECORD BOOKS Brett Favre's record-setting NFL career includes all-time leads in TDs, yards -- and even interceptions. Most Wins (Starting QBs) 1. Brett Favre 169 2. John Elway 148 3. Dan Marino 147 Most Consecutive Starts (QB) 1. Brett Favre 269 2. Peyton Manning 176 3. Ron Jaworski 116 Most Career Passing Yards 1. Brett Favre 65,127 2. Dan Marino 61,361 3. John Elway 51,475 Most Career TD Passes 1. Brett Favre 464 2. Dan Marino 420 3. Fran Tarkenton 342 Most Career Completions 1.... (ESPN -- Football)
Will Tebow be a good NFL QB? Gruden thinks so Feb 10, 2009
The best mobile quarterbacks Steve Young, Fran Tarkenton, Donovan McNabb are the ones who played in conventional schemes that called for them to stay in the pocket, and who only picked up rushing yards when improvising. If Tebow is going to be successful in the NFL as a quarterback, it s going to have to be in a traditional passing offense. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
