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Vikings And Packers Fans Get Creative To Enjoy Border Battle During Pandemic

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — The Minnesota Vikings-Green Bay Packers border battle always brings in a lot of fans for tailgating.

But this year, the Vikings are not allowing formal tailgating outside the stadium to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

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There were empty seats and sidewalks Sunday, with only a few fans making their way U.S. Bank Stadium for the home opener. John and Matt Aldrich only came as part of their tradition to visit their family’s Legacy Brick.

“It’s kind of our motto.