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41. Gary Larsen
Dec 01, 2016
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Top 50 Minnesota Vikings
The “fourth” member of the Purple People Eaters, Gary Larsen’s role of the group was as the “policeman”, indicating that he was covering the run while his teammates were terrorizing the QB. This didn’t mean that Larsen didn’t have his share of Quarterback pressure, as he had 38.5 (unofficial) Sacks and was named to two Pro Bowls.
37. Antoine Winfield
Dec 02, 2016
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Top 50 Minnesota Vikings
A Minnesota Viking for nine seasons, Antoine Winfield was known as being one of the best tackling Corners of his day. Winfield anchored the Vikings Secondary for years and would represent the team in three Pro Bowls.
36. Carl Lee
Dec 01, 2016
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Top 50 Minnesota Vikings
Going to three consecutive Pro Bowls (1988-1990), Carl Lee would pick off opposing Quarterbacks 31 times. He was known for his cerebral game and relatively mistake free style of play. Lee would go on to become the Head Coach of the West Virginia Mountaineers for a decade.
22. Steve Jordan
Dec 01, 2016
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Top 50 Minnesota Vikings
Considered to be the best Tight End in Minnesota Vikings history, Steve Jordan went to six Pro Bowls in a thirteen-year career. Jordan was only a pair of catches shy of 500 and was one of best receiving Tight Ends of his era.
The Vikings selected Jordan for the Ring of Honor in 2019.
The Vikings selected Jordan for the Ring of Honor in 2019.