| Jared
Allen
Scout.com Headlines: |
Chicago paid for curious approach to Allen 
The Bears employed a curious strategy against DE, according to Allen and Childress.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Dec 1, 2009 |
Vikings hoping familiarity helps second time
The Vikings weren’t sure what to expect from the Lions the first time around.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Nov 13, 2009 |
Lions provide numerous subplots for Allen
DE doesn’t shy away from controversy, and the Lions have provided several entertaining moments.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Nov 12, 2009 |
Vikings well-represented on mid-season lists
Several Vikings were given mid-season all-pro honors by two national publications.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Nov 11, 2009 |
Notebook: Allen relieved to be winning again
Jared Allen's time on some losing teams has made him appreciate the Vikings' winning ways even more.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Nov 8, 2009 |
Allen makes ‘dirtiest players’ list
A Sports Illustrated poll of 296 players had Allen ranking 10th on the list.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Nov 5, 2009 |
Notebook: The defense didn’t rest
The Vikings defense did its job, harassing Aaron Rodgers and shutting down the running game.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Nov 2, 2009 |
Old man, young rookie propel Vikings to win
Favre returned to Lambeau with another strong performance and Harvin helped along the way.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Nov 1, 2009 |
Record-seekers vs. Packers
Percy Harvin set a number of series records with his big day in Green Bay and is on pace for more.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Nov 1, 2009 |
Vikings focus on the pass rush
Allen and the rest of the defensive line talked about the matchups and preparation for Green Bay.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Oct 31, 2009 |
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Ht: 6-6
Wt: 265
| Date of Birth: |
04/03/1982 |
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| 2007 Scout.com NFL Free Agency
Rankings (full list): |
| Pos: DE |
Pos Rank: #5 |
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| Biography: |
2005: Speedy edge-rusher played in all 16 games and led the Chiefs in sacks for the second consecutive year with 11. Also contributed 58 tackles (4.5 for loss) and five passes defensed, leading all Chiefs defensive linemen in both categories. Tied for the NFL lead in forced fumbles with seven on the season. Won NFL Defensive Player of the Week after his dominating performance against the Washington Redskins, recording three sacks and forcing two fumbles.
2004: Fourth-rounder from Idaho State surprised many by supplanting veteran Vonnie Holliday in the starting lineup by week seven. Led the team in sacks with nine and added 31 tackles, four for loss. Also led all NFL rookies in sacks. Won the Chiefs Mack Lee Hill award as the team’s top rookie and was named to Pro Football Weekly’s All-Rookie Team.
College: Amassed 38.5 career sacks in 41 games at Idaho State. Set the single-season school record with 17.5 sacks in 2003. |
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