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Jared Allen Biography

Birth Name:Jared Scot Allen

Birth Place:Dallas, Texas, United States

Profession Actor

Fast Facts

Is an avid supporter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
Was named the 2011 NFC Defensive Player of the Year
Played football while attending Idaho State University
Is primarily known for his accomplishments as a defensive end in the National Football League
Was the first player from his college conference to receive the Buck Buchanan Award
In 2011, he broke the Minnesota Vikings single-season sack record
In 2009, he participated in a USO Tour for armed forces in Iraq