Posted on 06/03/2024 11:49:55 AM PDT by hole_n_one
Dallas Cowboys Hall of Fame offensive lineman Larry Allen died suddenly Sunday while on vacation with his family in Mexico, the team announced Monday.
He was 52.
"Larry, 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. Through that, he continued to serve as inspiration for many other players, defining what it meant to be a great teammate, competitor and winner," the team said in a statement.
"He was deeply loved and cared for by his wife, Janelle -- whom he referred to as his heart and soul -- his daughters Jayla and Loriana and son, Larry III. The Jones family and the Cowboys extend their deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers to the Allen family and grieve along with the many other friends and Cowboys teammates that also loved Larry."
(Excerpt) Read more at espn.com ...
Arguably the greatest offensive lineman who ever played. RIP.
I’ve had many a good time in Mexico.
After Anthony Munoz, you’re probably right.
Cowboys don’t win those SBs without Allen.
a 5.2 40
At 325 lbs.
That’s insane speed/power
The article had his complete biography except for one thing.....why he died. 🤷
They only won XXX vs Steelers with him
LOL with Barry Switzer as head coach. Granted they were better with the Jimmy Johnson teams.
I would put Jonathan Ogden up there too.
They did. It’s called suddenly.
5.2...40....not insane. Remember he was young and his heart and muscles could handle his load. If he was anywhere that weight at 52....it is no surprise he died suddenly. Just use your memory...when was the last time you saw a 55 year old 330 lb. man who was not ill?
The nfl gonna’ see lots of it’s mesomorphic strong men die early..if the game continues to require these type of physiques...
I thought there should have been a weight limit for football players, and that was one of the reasons.
When he was about to retire, the Cowboys gave him a one-day (or may a couple?) contract so that he could retire as a Cowboy.
He sure could move for a big man.
I'll tell you something about the Dallas Cowboys: They must have the biggest scouting staff of any NFL team, because they somehow find top players from some of the most obscure NCAA schools that I never heard of before.
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