The ultimate all-time mock draft continues with pick No. 29 ...
Fran Tarkenton, QB, Minnesota Vikings (1961, Georgia)
"Scramblin' Fran" retired as the NFL's all-time leader is every significant passing record. His career passing record stood until Dan Marino broke the record, and then Brett Favre eventually passed Marino in 2007. Tarkenton remains fifth all-time on the career passing leader list. Tarkenton was a 1986 inductee into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
The 49ers -- who hold the 29th pick in this year's draft -- will be holding an open quarterback competition during training camp this summer and sure could use Tarkenton added into the mix.
Other notable players selected at No. 29 include ...
Chris Spielman (1988), who was a four-time Pro Bowl selection and led the Lions in tackles each of his eight seasons with the team.
Nate Odomes (1987), who was a starting cornerback for the Buffalo Bills when the team made an unprecedented four consecutive Super Bowls.
Joe Cribbs (1980), who was a three-time 1,000-yard rusher and three-time Pro Bowler for the Buffalo Bills in the early 80s.
Tommy Casanova (1972), who was a college football legend at Louisiana State before going on to earn three Pro Bowl berths.
Jim Mandich (1970), who scored three touchdowns for the 1972 Dolphins, who finished the season a perfect 17-0.
Dave Wilcox (1964), nicknamed "The Intimidator," the linebacker was a 2000 inductee into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Current NFL players selected at No. 29: Ben Grubbs, OG, Baltimore Ravens (2007, Auburn); Nick Mangold, C, New York Jets (2006, Ohio State); Marlin Jackson, S, Indianapolis Colts (2005, Michigan); Michael Jenkins, WR, Atlanta Falcons (2004, Ohio State); Nick Barnett, LB, Green Bay Packers (2003, Oregon State); Marc Colombo, OT, Chicago Bears (2002, Boston College); Ryan Pickett, DT, St. Louis Rams (2001, Ohio State).
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