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“None of us really pushes hard enough. People always talk about playing over your head when you are up against someone really good. Maybe you don't play over your head at all. Maybe it's just potential you never knew you had.”

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Fran Tarkenton
Fran Tarkenton

Fran Tarkenton, born on February 3, 1940, is an American television personality known for his significant achievements in both sports and entertainment. He is renowned for his exceptional performance as a quarterback in the NFL during the 1960s and 1970s, having played for the Minnesota Vikings and the Atlanta Falcons. more

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