John Andrew Tarver (born January 1, 1949) is a former professional American football running back in the National Football League (NFL). He was drafted by the New England Patriots in the 7th round (166th overall) of the 1972 NFL draft out of Colorado. He played four seasons for the Patriots (1972–1974) and the Philadelphia Eagles (1975). John Tarver's son, Seth plays for the Idaho Stampede. Timberwolves, blazers! Son Shon tarver played for UCLA and over seas Daughter Taryn N Tarver former mrs. Oregon International 2000 ran track for University of Oregon,Music label owners, author, Magazine chief and editor Son zach tarver football oregon state Beaver Son Josh Tarver basketball Oregon state beavers Son Devonte Merrifield Tarver football Jr college Married to Jean Tarver divorced and remarried her Outstanding athlete at Arvin High School, and the University of Colorado.