Eric Allen
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- This article is about Eric Allen, the NFL analyst. For the bassist of The Apples in Stereo, see Eric Allen (musician).
| Eric Allen | |
|---|---|
| Date of birth | November 22, 1965 (age 41) |
| Place of birth | |
| Position(s) | Cornerback |
| College | Arizona State |
| NFL Draft | 1988 / Round 2 / Pick 30 |
| Pro Bowls | 6 |
| Stats | |
| Statistics | |
| Team(s) | |
| 1988-1994 1995-1997 1998-2001 |
Philadelphia Eagles New Orleans Saints Oakland Raiders |
Eric Andre Allen (born November 22, 1965 in San Diego, California) is a former professional American football cornerback who played in the NFL for the Philadelphia Eagles, New Orleans Saints, and Oakland Raiders from 1988 to 2001. Allen played football collegiately at Arizona State and was selected by the Eagles in the second round of the 1988 NFL Draft. A six-time Pro Bowl selection, Allen retired from football after the 2001 season and is currently an NFL analyst for ESPN. In his NFL career, he recorded 54 interceptions for 827 yards and 8 touchdowns.