Storied: Minnesota Gridiron- The Purple People Eaters, Part 6 of 8 From 1968 to 1973, Carl Eller, Jim Marshall, Gary Larsen, and Alan Page made up the defensive line of the Minnesota Vikings known as “The Purple People Eaters.” They were considered one of the greatest defensive lines in football history, and helped lead the Vikings to three Superbowls in four years. Eller and Page were eventually inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and Alan Page eventually went on to serve as a Justice

Alan Page was a dominant force on the Minnesota Vikings’ Purple People Eaters defense, known for his speed, intelligence, and relentless motor. He became the first defensive player to win the NFL MVP in 1971, redefining what an interior lineman could be. After football, he built a second legacy as a Minnesota Supreme Court justice, making him one of the most accomplished figures the league has ever produced. #nflhighlights | Gridiron Glory Days