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Jared Allen Declares Faith and Family His True Legacy at Hall of Fame Induction

He reframed his Hall of Fame honors around Christian belief, marital partnership, paternal bonds

Former NFL player Jared Allen speaks during his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Saturday, Aug. 5, 2023, in Canton, Ohio.
Jared Allen giving his Hall of Fame speech.
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Overview

  • Jared Allen was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025 in Canton, Ohio, capping a 12-season career that yielded 136 sacks (12th all-time) and five Pro Bowl selections.
  • During his induction ceremony on August 2, the former Vikings defensive end performed his signature calf-roping sack celebration in his gold jacket, tearing his pants onstage.
  • In an emotional address, Allen named his daughters Brinley and Lakelyn as his greatest accomplishments and warned that defining his legacy solely by football honors would mean failure as a father, husband and friend.
  • He credited his wife Amy as a “true game elevator,” recalling premarital counsel from Vikings chaplain Tom Lamphere that the most vital life decisions are following Jesus and choosing a life-elevating partner.
  • Allen closed by urging his daughters to always put Christ first, discover their purpose, dream boldly and pursue greatness in every endeavor.