Marcus Allen
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| Marcus Allen | |
|---|---|
| Name | Marcus Allen |
| Caption | Allen with the Kansas City Chiefs in 1993 |
| Position | Running back |
| Number | 32, 33 |
| Birth date | 26 March 1960 |
| Birth place | San Diego, California, U.S. |
| Weight lb | 210 |
| High school | Lincoln (San Diego) |
| College | USC (1978–1981) |
| Draft year | 1982 |
| Draft pick | 10 |
| Draft team | Los Angeles Raiders |
| Career start | 1982 |
| Career end | 1997 |
| Years | 1982–1992, 1993–1997 |
| Team | Los Angeles Raiders, Kansas City Chiefs |
| Highlights | * Super Bowl champion (XVIII) * Super Bowl MVP (XVIII) * NFL MVP (1985) * NFL Offensive Player of the Year (1985) * NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year (1982) * 6× Pro Bowl (1982, 1984–1987, 1993) * 2× First-team All-Pro (1982, 1985) * NFL rushing TD leader (1982) * Heisman Trophy (1981) * Maxwell Award (1981) * Walter Camp Award (1981) * Unanimous All-American (1981) * College Football HOF (2000) |
| Stat label1 | Rushing yards |
| Stat value1 | 12,243 |
| Stat value2 | 4.1 |
| Stat label3 | Rushing touchdowns |
| Stat value3 | 123 |
| Stat value4 | 587 |
| Stat value5 | 5,411 |
| Stat value6 | 21 |
| Nflnew | marcus-allen |
| Pfr | A/AllMa00 |
| Collegehof | 1200 |
Marcus Allen. A legendary figure in American football, he is celebrated as one of the most versatile and accomplished running backs in the history of the NFL and college football. His career is highlighted by winning the Heisman Trophy at the USC and capturing a Super Bowl MVP award with the Los Angeles Raiders. Allen's unique blend of power, elusiveness, and receiving ability made him a transformative player and secured his enshrinement in both the College Football Hall of Fame and the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Early life and college career
Born in San Diego, California, he excelled in multiple sports at Lincoln High School. Allen accepted a scholarship to play for coach John Robinson at the USC, initially beginning his collegiate career as a defensive back. He transitioned to running back and, following the departure of Charles White, became the featured player in the Trojans' offense. His 1981 season was historic, as he became the first collegiate player to rush for over 2,000 yards in a single season, a feat that earned him the Heisman Trophy, the Maxwell Award, and the Walter Camp Award.
Professional career
Selected tenth overall by the Los Angeles Raiders in the 1982 NFL Draft, he immediately made an impact by winning the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Award. His pinnacle with the franchise came in Super Bowl XVIII, where his performance against the Washington Redskins, including a famous 74-yard touchdown run, earned him Super Bowl MVP honors. Allen won the NFL MVP award in 1985 after leading the league in scrimmage yards. After a celebrated yet sometimes strained tenure with the Raiders under owner Al Davis, he joined the Kansas City Chiefs in 1993, where he revitalized his career, made another Pro Bowl, and helped the team reach the AFC Championship Game.
NFL career statistics
Over his 16-season career, Allen amassed 12,243 rushing yards and 123 rushing touchdowns, which stood as the NFL record until broken by Emmitt Smith. He also recorded 587 receptions for 5,411 receiving yards, making him one of the most prolific dual-threat backs of his era. His 145 total touchdowns rank among the highest in league history. Allen is one of only three players, alongside Jim Brown and Lenny Moore, to have averaged at least 100 scrimmage yards per game over the course of his career.
Post-playing career and legacy
Following his retirement after the 1997 season, Allen was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2003 and the College Football Hall of Fame in 2000. He has worked extensively as a television analyst for networks like CBS and Fox. His legacy is that of a complete back who excelled in every facet of the game, from short-yardage power to breakaway speed and reliable pass-catching. The iconic touchdown run in Super Bowl XVIII remains a staple of NFL Films highlight reels, cementing his status as a premier big-game performer.
Personal life
He is the older brother of former NFL quarterback Damon Allen. Allen has been involved in various charitable endeavors, including work with the United Way and his own community-focused foundations. He has also made appearances in television and film, including on shows like Arli$$ and in the movie *The Program*. Allen maintains a strong connection to the USC community and is frequently honored at events for the USC Trojans football program.
Category:American football running backs Category:Los Angeles Raiders players Category:Kansas City Chiefs players