On This Date in Minnesota History: December 27

December 27, 1960 – “RB Tommy Mason of Tulane was taken with the 1st overall choice and the first-ever draft pick utilized by the Vikings. Also selected that year were QB Fran Tarkenton (3rd round) and DB Ed Sharockman (5th round).”

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Fran Tarkenton

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