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George Floyd's Family to Be Hosted by Vikings for Season Opener vs. Packers

The Minnesota Vikings will host George Floyd's family at U.S. Bank Stadium for Sunday's season opener against the Green Bay Packers.

The team announced pregame festivities for Week 1, which will include Floyd's family being recognized after a pre-recorded musical performance of James Weldon Johnson's "Lift Every Voice and Sing."

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#Vikings announce pregame plans to bring awareness to social justice issues, and will host the family of George Floyd on Sunday. https://t.co/kjvYBdOQIi

The Vikings have already announced they won't host fans in the stands for their first two home games against the Packers and Tennessee Titans on Sept.