Legendary defensive end Jim Marshall spearheaded the Minnesota Vikings' Purple People Eaters defense. He joined the team in their first NFL season and retired ...

Minnesota Vikings co-owner Mark Wilf elaborated on that during a press conference on Wednesday. "I also haven't spoken to you since the passing of Jim Marshall this spring," said Wilf.

Minnesota Vikings legend Jim Marshall has died at the age of 87, the team announced on its official website and social media accounts Tuesday (June 3). Marshall, who served as the Vikings ...

The Vikings will honor legendary defensive lineman Jim Marshall by sporting a No. 70 patch with his signature on their helmets throughout the 2025 NFL season.

FILE – Minnesota Vikings’ Jim Marshall is shown, Dec. 30, 1978, after practice for their NFC playoff football game against the Los Angeles Rams. (AP Photo/Jim Mone, FIle) AP Sports ...

Marshall joined the Vikings in their inaugural season in 1961 and spent the next 19 years with the team. He helped them to four Super Bowl appearances and holds the NFL record for most consecutive ...