Purple People Eaters - Wikipedia
The Purple People Eaters were a key part of a Vikings team that won 10 division titles in 11 years, leading to five NFC Championships and four Super Bowl appearances.
Minnesota Vikings: Looking Back at The Legendary Purple People Eaters ...
Apr 24, 2009 · The fact that over their careers, the Vikings credit them with over 447.5 sacks is a good indicator. All time greats like Johny Unitas and Bart Starr called those Purple People Eaters the best...
NFL's Purple People Eaters
Minnesota Vikings defensive ends Jim Marshall (70), Carl Eller (80) and Gary Larsen (77), the "Purple People Eaters" watch from the sidelines during game against the Los Angeles Rams, at...
Purple People Eaters reflect back on defensive dominance - kare11.com
Nov 23, 2023 · From the late 1960s to the late 1970s, the Vikings Purple People Eaters terrorized NFL quarterbacks and helped turn a young Minnesota NFL franchise into a perennial Super Bowl team.
The Legacy Of The Purple People Eaters Defensive Line - Vikings …
The Purple People Eaters left an indelible mark on the Minnesota Vikings franchise. They not only helped establish the team as a dominant force in the NFL but also built a culture of winning and boosted fan engagement.
Purple People Eaters - American Football Database
Purple People Eaters (sometimes Purple Gang) is a term for the defensive line of the Minnesota Vikings from the late 1960s to the late 1970s. The term is a reference to a popular song from 1958, the superb efficiency of the defense, and the color of their uniforms.
1969: Fearsome Vikings Won Their Only NFL Championship 50 ... - Forbes
Jul 19, 2019 · The Purple People Eaters consisted of Alan Page, Carl Eller, Jim Marshall and Gary Larsen, and that unit ranks with the best defensive lines the game has ever seen.
A Documentary on the Purple People Eaters is On the Way
Jan 31, 2024 · A documentary on the Vikings' iconic Purple People Eaters defensive line of the late 1960s and '70s is on the way.
A documentary on the Purple People Eaters is coming soon
Jan 30, 2024 · Winter State Entertainment has wrapped up production on Purple People Eaters, a documentary that will highlight the centerpiece of the Vikings teams that made four Super Bowls in the 1970s...
The Soul Of The Game: The Purple People Eaters - Taylor Blitz …
May 24, 2012 · They also powered the Vikings to 12 straight wins (longest win streak in 35 years) and carried the team on it’s back to Super Bowl IV. All four made the Pro Bowl in 1969. This defense made history as well.