Larry Allen, one of the greatest Offensive linemen if not the greatest linemen to put on the Star for the Dallas Cowboys has passed away.
The Cowboys made the announcement via social media to let fans know about the former star passing.
“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,” the statement read.
Renowned as one of the greatest players in Cowboys history and among the best offensive linemen in NFL history, passed away on Sunday at the age of 52.
Allen was vacationing in Mexico with his family at the time of his death.
Allen’s career spanned 14 seasons in the NFL from 1994 to 2007, with the first 12 years spent with the Cowboys.
His excellence on the field earned him induction as a first-ballot Hall of Famer in 2013 and was also named to the NFL All-Decade team for both the 1990s and 2000s.
Throughout his career, Allen achieved numerous accolades.
He was selected for the Pro Bowl 10 times and earned seven All-Pro selections while playing for the Cowboys.
After joining the San Francisco 49ers, he added another Pro Bowl selection in 2006, bringing his total to 11.
Allen is one of only three players in Cowboys history to achieve double-digit Pro Bowl selections, highlighting his significant impact on the team and the league.
His passing comes as a great loss to the football community and his legacy will be remembered for years to come.
Travis Tyler