Troy Aikman’s heart is going out to one of his former Cowboys teammates on Monday.
Taking to social media, the Dallas legend spoke on the passing of all-time offensive lineman Larry Allen who tragically passed away over the weekend while vacationing with his family.
“Just received the heartbreaking news of the passing of our beloved teammate Larry Allen,” Aikman said. “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.”
Allen was known as one of the strongest players to ever play football, dominating his opponents nearly every step of the way of his 14-year NFL career.
After being selected in the second round of the ’94 Draft, Allen turned himself into an 11-time Pro Bowler, six-time first-team All-Pro, Super Bowl champion and a two-time all-decade selection for the ’90s and 2000s.
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💔🙏🏼
— Troy Aikman (@TroyAikman) June 3, 2024
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“The National Football League is filled with gifted athletes, but only a rare few have combined the size, brute strength, speed and agility of Larry Allen,” Pro Football Hall of Fame president Jim Porter said of Allen’s career.
“What he could do as an offensive lineman often defied logic and comprehension,” Porter continued. “He could literally beat the will out of his opponents, with many quitting mid-game or not dressing at all rather than face him, but that was only on the field. Off it, he was a quiet, gentle giant.”
Another great gone far too soon. May he rest in peace.