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Andy Nesbitt

Troy Aikman, Emmitt Smith Share Emotional Tributes to Larry Allen After His Death

The football world was hit with some very sad news on Monday when the Dallas Cowboys announced that Hall of Famer Larry Allen had died suddenly on Sunday at the age of 52.

The eleven-time Pro Bowl offensive lineman played for the Cowboys from 1994–2005 and won a Super Bowl with the franchise in 1996 when the Cowboys beat the Steelers.

Former teammates Troy Aikman and Emmitt Smith shared emotional tributes to Allen shortly after his death.

Smith, while crying on his back porch, said of Allen: "The one thing about Larry Allen that I know - he had a big heart and he lived life to the fullest. A man of very few words, but on the football field he was a beast and will be sorely missed."

Here's that video:

A tearful Emmitt Smith on the sudden passing of Larry Allen:

"My heart is just broken. ...We need to make the best out of every moment and not take people granted."pic.twitter.com/us6qRzWtWt https://t.co/A4YXPLd5IF

Aikman posted this on X:

Just received the heartbreaking news of the passing of our beloved teammate Larry Allen. He was a HOF offensive lineman that dominated opponents regardless of the position played. Off the field, he was a gentle giant that loved his family. Rest in Peace LA💔🙏🏼

ANDY NESBITT

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