For nearly a decade, from the late '60s to late '70s, the motto of the Minnesota Vikings' defensive line was "Meet at the quarterback." Led by nine-time Pro Bowl tackle Alan Page, ends Carl Eller (six Pro Bowls) and Jim Marshall and tackle Gary Larsen (two each), the "Purple People Eaters" led the Vikes to their first divisional title in 1968, appearances in Super Bowls IV, VIII, IX, and XI, and are considered among the greatest defenses of all time.

The Purple People Eaters defense takes its name from the eponymous song recorded by actor/singer Sheb Wooley. In 1958, "The Purple People Eater," was #1 on the Billboard charts for six weeks and has sold over three million copies. Read more about the legendary entertainer at ShebWooley.com.