Fran Tarkenton, 83, Minnesota Vikings

Fran Tarkenton, the former quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings and New York Giants, is an American football legend who dominated the field for 18 seasons. With a record-breaking career spanning nearly two decades, he was inducted into both the Pro Football Hall of Fame and the College Football Hall of Fame.

But Tarkenton didn’t stop there. After retiring, he went on to become a media personality and successful computer software executive. His tenacity, leadership, and business acumen make him a true icon of the NFL’s golden generation and an inspiration to newer athletes who strive for greatness both on and off the field.