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After joining the Vikings in 1986, Gary Zimmerman began a streak of 169 consecutive starts.
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Zimmerman anchored an offensive line that helped the Vikings lead the NFC in rushing in 1991.
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Gary Zimmerman spent two seasons with the Los Angeles Express of the failed United States Football League before reporting to the Vikings.
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Gary was acquired by the Denver Broncos via a trade with Minnesota prior to the last preseaon game of the 1993 season.
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With Zimmerman blocking, the Broncos led the AFC in total combined yards in 1995 and led the NFL in that category in 1996 and 1997.
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Zimmerman earned first- or second-team All Pro honors eight times and was selected to play in seven Pro Bowls.
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Zimmerman is one of just a handful of players to earn the honor of being named to two National Football League All-Decade Teams. His outstanding play earned him a spot on the 1980s All-Decade Team as well as the 1990s All-Decade Team.
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Gary Zimmerman answers questions fom the media prior to the 2008 Pro Bowl.
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Zimmerman is measured for what will become his Hall of Fame bust.
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Zimmerman along with the five other members of the Class of 2008 were honored during the 2008 Pro Bowl.
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Gary Zimmerman's Hall of Fame mural.