EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. –
Armstrong served as an assistant coach under Head Coach Bud Grant from 1970-1977, during which the Vikings defense was known as one of the most dominant in the NFL. During Armstrong’s time in Minnesota, the Vikings boasted a record of 84-27-1, won seven division titles and appeared in three Super Bowls (VIII, IX and XI). The 1975 Vikings defense ranked No. 1 in the NFL in rush and pass yards allowed.
“Neill was the classiest individual that I ever met in football,” said former Vikings athletic trainer Fred Zamberletti. “And a good coach.