There have been many great defensive stars for the Philadelphia Eagles through the years. Perhaps one of their quickest was Eric Allen, who was a constant threat to intercept any football thrown in his vicinity, and stuff anyone who had the ball near him.
Eric Allen was an impact player immediately in the NFL, earning the starting job at Right Corner after he was taken with a high Second Round Pick in 1988 from Arizona State. In his first eight years as a professional, Allen was named to the Pro Bowl six times and despite being a Cornerback, became a Sports Centre staple. In 1993, Eric Allen had six picks, four of which he returned for touchdowns. Allen was a glue defensive back in that he had his man covered like he was their Siamese twin. Blessed with incredible instincts, Allen had 58 career Interceptions, with 9 pick-sixes. Allen had 34 of his picks as an Eagle, but was still a productive player in his second half, which included three years in New Orleans and four in Oakland.
As one of the most exciting players and best athletes in the league history, Allen has the Hall of Fame profile but is running out of time on the modern ballot.
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