Eric Allen was the epitome of a shutdown cornerback during his time with the Eagles, and the accolades for his hard work are close to being realized.
The former Eagles cornerback was named one of the 15 finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame‘s 2025 class. This is the first time Allen has reached this point in the voting process.
After years of waiting, Allen was one of four players elected into the 2025 class.
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A key member of the Eagles’ No. 1 ranked and famed Gang Green defense, Allen spent seven seasons with the Eagles. He was named to the Pro Bowl five times and an All-Pro once, after the 1989 season, when he finished second in the NFL with eight interceptions.
Allen was inducted into the Eagles Hall of Fame in 2011.
Other finalists elected include Jared Allen, Antonio Gates and legendary Packers wide receiver Sterling Sharpe (senior).
