MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings have moved into U.S. Bank Stadium, where they’ll host the Green Bay Packers on Sunday night in the first regular-season game at the $1.1 billion venue. Here’s a look back at a dozen of the most memorable moments from their previous home fields, including a pair of bonus headline-grabbers from their brief stay at the University of Minnesota:
METROPOLITAN STADIUM (1961-1981)
Sept. 17, 1961 — The Vikings marked the expansion franchise’s first regular-season game with a 37-13 upset of division rival Chicago. The victory was fueled by five forced turnovers by the defense and four touchdown passes by Fran Tarkenton.