Alan Page
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Alan Page's journey in professional football began when he was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the first round of the 1967 NFL Draft. As a defensive tackle, Page quickly established himself as a cornerstone of the Vikings' defense, known as the "Purple People Eaters." His athleticism, intelligence, and relentless pursuit of the quarterback made him a standout player

Alan Page's journey in professional football began when he was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the first round of the 1967 NFL Draft. As a defensive tackle, Page quickly established himself as a cornerstone of the Vikings' defense, known as the "Purple People Eaters." His athleticism, intelligence, and relentless pursuit of the quarterback made him a standout player

Career Defensive Stats

NFL 1967-1981

Sacks

148.5

#8 All-Time

INT

2

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Career Timeline

1967-1977

Minnesota Vikings (NFL)

Player

1978

Two different teams (NFL)

Player

1979-1981

Chicago Bears (NFL)

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1967 Minnesota Vikings Player Depth Chart for NFL Football Teampublication

1967 Minnesota Vikings Player Depth Chart for NFL Football Team

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Personal Profile

Born Aug 7th, 1945

Age 79 years old

Height / Weight 6' 4" 245 lbs

College Notre Dame

Position DT

Uniform #s 88 · 82

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