He became a fixture on Minnesota's famed "Purple People Eaters" defensive line alongside Pro Football Hall of Famers Alan Page and Carl Eller. He was a two time Pro Bowler (1968-69) and a three ...

He is a member of Minnesota's Ring of Honor and his No. 70 has been retired by the Vikings. Jim Marshall dies at 87: Vikings legend was a member of the famous 'Purple People Eaters' defensive line ...