Greg Hare
Todd Marinovich goes by Robo QB.
She thanks Lawrence Taylor, the All-Pro linebacker who played in the NFL for the New York Giants. Pay attention to the opening scene of the movie - the Giants are playing the Redskins and Lawrence Taylor (usually called "LT") sacks Joe Theisman and breaks Theisman's leg. Sandra Bullock is thanking LT for causing NFL teams to pay much more attention to the left offensive tackle who protects the QB's "blind side."
Darrell Royal
Before Tobin Rote, the starting quarterback for the Green Bay Packers was Bart Starr. Starr played for the Packers from 1956 to 1971 and is well-known for his leadership and success in the NFL, including winning multiple championships and Super Bowls. Rote took over the starting position in 1957 after Starr began to decline due to injuries.
38. Tarkenton was born February 3, 1940 and retired after the 1978 season.
Tarkenton played 2 regular season games against the Jets ... 1) November 1, 1970 - Fran was the QB for the Giants in a 22-10 Giants win. He had 11 completions in 22 attempts for 153 yards, 2 TDs, and 0 INTs. 2) October 12, 1975 - Fran was the QB for the Vikings in a 29-21 Vikings win. He had 18 completions in 28 attempts for 244 yards, 2 TDs, and 1 INT.
Fran Tarkenton played quarterback for the University of Georgia Bulldogs from 1959 to 1960. During his collegiate career, he showcased his skills and set the stage for his future success in the NFL. After his time at Georgia, Tarkenton went on to have a legendary professional career.
The Miami Dolphins starting QB was Bob Griese and the Minnesota Vikings starting QB was Fran Tarkenton.
The Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Minnesota Vikings, 16-6, in Super Bowl IX. The Steelers starting QB was Terry Bradshaw and the Vikings starting QB was Fran Tarkenton.
Super Bowl IV: Joe KappSuper Bowls VIII, IX, and XI: Fran Tarkenton
Three.Tarkenton was the starting QB for the Minnesota Vikings in Super Bowls VIII, IX, and XI.
None. Fran Tarkenton was the starting QB for the Minnesota Vikings in Super Bowls VIII (Miami Dolphins), IX (Pittsburgh Steelers), and XI (Oakland Raiders). The Vikings lost all three games.
Fran Tarkenton was the starting QB for the Vikings in three Super Bowls (VIII, IX, XI) and Joe Kapp was the starter in one (IV).
* Fran Tarkenton * Vinnie Testaverde * Y.A. Tittle (sounds made up, but he's listed in the Sports Illustrated for Kids, Year in Sports, 2009. He's a QB elected the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1971. He played for the Colts, 49er's and Giants.
Three. Those were Super Bowl VIII against the Dolphins, Super Bowl IX against the Steelers, and Super Bowl XI against the Raiders.
The Pittsburgh Steelers recorded a safety in Super Bowl IX against the Minnesota Vikings when Vikings QB Fran Tarkenton was covered in the end zone recovering a fumble by running back Dave Osborn.