Former Vikings Guard Jim Battle Dies at 88
A Hall of Famer at his alma mater, who played briefly in the NFL and CFL, died at 88 after battling dementia and Parkinson's.
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- Primary source: Newsweek
- Published: Jul 3, 2026, 5:47 PM UTC
- Coverage area: Culture & Society
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