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Vikings, Jim Marshall and Purple People Eaters

When remembering Vikings legend Jim Marshall, everyone has a favorite story

It seems like I’ve known him forever,” teammate Rickey Young said. “Now that he’s gone, I’m starting to realize it wasn’t long enough.”

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Vikings great Jim Marshall, member of Purple People Eaters, dies at 87

His 282 consecutive games played is the third-longest streak all time, trailing just punter Jeff Feagles (352) and Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre (299), according to NFL Research. His 270 consecutive starts are the most ever by a defensive player and his 19 seasons with the Vikings are fifth all time with one team.

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Vikings’ Purple People Eater Jim Marshall, the ‘all-time iron man,’ dies at 87

Former Minnesota Vikings defensive end Jim Marshall has died after a long hospitalization for an undisclosed illness. He was 87.

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Purple People Eaters legend who played 270 straight games passes away

The post Purple People Eaters legend who played 270 straight games passes away appeared first on ClutchPoints. The Minnesota ...

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Ohio State Reacts to Passing of Former National Champion and All-American at Age 87

The football world received tragic news on Tuesday afternoon, as the Minnesota Vikings announced that longtime defensive star ...

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Vikings Mourn the Loss of ‘Purple People Eaters’ Star

Marshall, one of the most memorable members of the Vikings’ famous “Purple People Eaters” defense that led them to four Super Bowls in the 1970s, passed away Tuesday after a long ...

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Vikings legend Jim Marshall, part of ‘Purple People Eaters,’ dies at 87

Legendary former Minnesota Vikings defensive lineman Jim Marshall has died, the Vikings announced on Tuesday. He was 87.

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