Francis Michael Winkler (born October 20, 1946) is an American former professional football defensive end who played in the National Football League (NFL).
By the end of his college career, he was identified as the best football prospect coming out of Memphis.
[1] During his second season, in addition to his position on defense, Winkler also performed kick-offs and was the back-up field goal kicker.
[5] Prior to the start of the 1970 NFL season, the Packers traded Winkler to the Atlanta Falcons for Ken Mendenhall.
[7] After sitting out the whole season, Winkler returned in 1971 but abruptly left training camp and decided to retire.