The Thoughts of an Overthinker

Eric Allen

Eric Andre Allen (born November 22, 1965) is an American football coach and former cornerback who played in the National Football League (NFL) for the Philadelphia Eagles, New Orleans Saints, and Oakland Raiders from 1988 to 2001. A six-time Pro Bowl selection, Allen retired from football after the 2001 season and is currently an NFL analyst for Pac-12 Networks. In his NFL career, he recorded 54 interceptions for 827 yards and eight touchdowns, while also recovering seven fumbles. His 54 interceptions ties him for 21st in NFL history. He now lives in San Diego, California with his wife Lynn Allen, with whom he has four children. In 2019, he served as the defensive backs coach for the San Diego Fleet of the Alliance of American Football (AAF). more »