The 1969 Vikings had among the most terrifying defenses in league history, led by the “Purple People Eaters” on the protective line. Minnesota boasted 10 All-Pro players and a bunch of future Hall of Popularity conscripts, however still lost 23 -7 to the 11 -3 Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl 4.
Win differential: 379-133 (+246)
Opponent win- loss record: 68-80 -6 (5 of 11 challengers had winning records)
Overall offense ranking: 17 th (4,096 yards)
Scoring offense ranking: 1st (379 points)
Overall defense ranking: 1st (2,720 yards)
Scoring defense ranking: 1st (133 points)
10 All-Pro players (3 offense, 6 defense, one unique teams)
5 Hall of Popularity players (Carl Eller, Paul Krause, Alan Page, Ron Yary, Mick Tingelhoff)
1 Hall of Popularity coach (Bud Grant)