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 ...

Former Vikings defensive lineman Jim Marshall, a member of the famed Purple People Eaters who played in 282 consecutive games during his 20-year career that ended in 1979, has died after a lengthy ...

Jim Marshall, one of the most durable players in NFL history, ... Minnesota prevailed 27-22, Marshall previously forcing a fumble that led to a touchdown which San Francisco couldn't overcome.

Jim Marshall, the ‘all-time iron man’ and Minnesota Vikings Purple People Eater, dies at 87 Share this: Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook ...

Former Minnesota Vikings defensive end Jim Marshall, who played 20 seasons and set the NFL record for consecutive games played, has died after a "lengthy hospitalization," his family said Tuesday.

L egendary Minnesota Vikings defensive lineman Jim Marshall, who holds the NFL record for most seasons played by a defender, died Tuesday at the age of 87, Minnesota announced.Marshall spent 20 ...

Marshall seized on this to make himself the official starter for the Southern Minnesota 110. The cars and trucks would be lined up, with the gentlemen having already started their engines.

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 ...