Vikings Announce Uniform Tribute To Hall of Fame Head Coach Bud Grant

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Bud Grant is one of the greatest coaches in Minnesota Vikings history.

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During his 18-year tenure with the team, Grant earned a 62.1 percent winning percentage (158 wins),

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three NFC championship appearances and one Super Bowl.

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On Tuesday, the team social media account announced uniform tributes for the legendary coach.

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"Players will wear a special jersey patch in Minnesota's home opener against the Buccaneers," wrote Lindsey Young of Vikings.com.

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"The added insignia is iconic but not ostentatious, just like the beloved figure.

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Rectangular with rounded corners, it is embroidered in purple with Bud's signature.

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"The familiar curves of the B and pronounced loop of the d's stem have been seen on autographed Vikings memorabilia over the years.

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Now it aptly will be sewn just above players' hearts – fitting, as Bud truly represented Viking spirit for Minnesota's season-

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opener against Tampa Bay when the Vikings wear their Classic uniforms that were launched last month."

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