Dallas Cowboys legend Larry Allen died “suddenly” on Sunday on the age of 52, the workforce introduced in a press release Monday morning.
Allen, a Tremendous Bowl champion and a 2013 inductee to the Professional Soccer Corridor of Fame, was vacationing along with his household in Mexico on the time of his dying.
In its assertion, the Cowboys wrote that Allen, “known for his great athleticism and incredible strength, was one of the most respected, accomplished offensive linemen to ever play in the NFL.”
“His versatility and dependability were also signature parts of his career,” it went on. “Through that, he continued to serve as inspiration for many other players, defining what it meant to be a great teammate, competitor and winner.”
Raised in Compton, California, Allen was drafted by the Cowboys from Sonoma State as a second spherical decide in 1994.
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Throughout his 12 seasons in Texas, Allen proved to be a dynamic power on the ahead line, enjoying each offensive lineman place besides heart.
In 1995, he helped the Cowboys safe its Tremendous Bowl win in opposition to the Pittsburgh Steelers ― the final time Dallas emerged league champion.
The 325-pound, 6-foot-3-inch soccer participant can also be remembered for his astounding power. His Cowboys teammates as soon as claimed they witnessed him bench press 700 lbs. within the weight room.
The offensive warrior made the Professional Bowl 11 occasions and was considered one of three soccer gamers in historical past to have been chosen for each the Nineties and 2000s All-Decade groups.
Allen was launched by the Cowboys in 2006 after which signed with San Francisco 49ers, the place he performed his final two seasons.
In August 2009, Dallas re-signed Allen to a one-day contract so he may retire as a Cowboy. He was positioned on the workforce’s retired listing the following day.
He’s survived by spouse Janelle Allen, daughters Jayla and Loriana, and son Larry III.
