In 1957, he helped his team upset Michigan State University, which was ranked number one in the nation at the time.
He was activated on November 7 and played in only 6 games (4 starts), after Livingston was placed on the injured reserve list.
In 1962, he was one of the key players in the Minnesota Vikings defense, finishing the year with 4 interceptions (tied for third on the team).
In 1964, he suffered a near fatal brain injury while tackling rookie Bill McWatters in a training camp scrimmage.
[7] Franckhauser's first cousin was Danny Abramowicz, who played college football at Xavier University and professionally as an original New Orleans Saint.