Vikings legend Jim Marshall, a member of the Purple People Eaters defensive line that struck fear into the hearts of opposing ...

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.” ...

Legendary Minnesota Vikings defensive lineman Jim Marshall, who holds the NFL record for most seasons played by a defender, ...

Jim Marshall, one of the most durable players in NFL history, has died at 87, according to the Vikings. He was also known for an infamous blunder.

The Minnesota Vikings announced the death of legend Jim Marshall on Tuesday in a social media post. He was 87 years old.

Former Minnesota Vikings defensive end Jim Marshall has died after a long hospitalization for an undisclosed illness. He was 87. Marshall was one of the four members of the famed Purple People ...

The great Minnesota Vikings defensive lineman Jim Marshall has died. Marshall, 87, passed away after a lengthy stay in the hospital, per the team. Marshall was considered an "Iron Man" in the NFL. He ...

Minnesota Vikings legend Jim Marshall died Tuesday after a “lengthy hospitalization,” the team announced. Known as “The Captain,” Marshall joined the Vikings in their inaugural season in 1961 after ...

There’s a reason that so many people are struggling to come to terms with the fact that Vikings legend Jim Marshall is gone. Because of the way he lived, it almost seemed he couldn’t die.

A two-time Pro Bowler, Marshall began his career with the Cleveland Browns and was traded to Minnesota in 1961. He remained with the Vikings for 19 seasons and went on to set a record for consecutive ...