1971 Broken Patterns Fran Tarkenton Hardcover Book Football 671-21053-X Broken Patterns: The Education of a Quarterback by Fran Tarkenton, as told to Brock Yates. This 1971 first printing hardcover edition, published by Simon and Schuster, offers an insider's look at the life of an NFL quarterback during a pressure-filled season. The narrative explores the strategy of the game, locker room dynamics, and the personal challenges faced by athletes in the early 70s. A compelling sports memoir for fans of football history and the New York Giants. Condition Note: This vintage volume shows significant wear, including marks, creases, and rips to the dust jacket. Pages exhibit yellowing and water damage is present on the top sections of the pages and jacket. Please note a musty/smoky scent from the previous owner is present.