Philadelphia Eagles
Nate Allen - #29 - S
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 1"/ 210 lbs. |
| Birthday | 11/30/1987 |
| Birthplace | Fort Myers, FL |
| College | South Florida |
| Years played | 4 |
| Drafted | 2010, 2nd round, 5th pick by Eagles |
2012 STATS
| Tack | FF | Int |
|---|---|---|
| 69 | 0 | 0 |
NFL announces two game time changes
The NFL has announced changes in kickoff times for a pair of Week 12 games.
Vick, Eagles embarrass McNabb, Redskins 59-28
Michael Vick and the Philadelphia Eagles embarrassed the Washington Redskins, spoiling Donovan McNabb's big contract day with a 59-28 victory Monday night. Vick completed his first 10 passes and finished 20 for 28 for 333 yards with four touchdowns ...
Report: Torain tweaks hamstring in pregame
Redskins RB Ryan Torain appeared to have reinjured a hamstring injury during pregame warm-ups for the Monday-night home game against Philadelphia, The Washington Post reported. As a result, Keiland Williams started at running back while Torain was riding an exercise ...
Report: Portis inactive; Torain, Banks cleared for Monday night
The Redskins will have dynamic returner Brandon Banks and RB Ryan Torain, but reportedly will be without RB Clinton Portis for their Monday night game vs. the Eagles.
Injury report for Eagles-Redskins MNF game
Here is the injury report for the Week 10 Monday-night game, Philadelphia at Washington, showing the status of each injured player.
Eagles down two starters in secondary
Eagles FS Nate Allen and CB Ellis Hobbs have been ruled out for the team's Week 10 game vs. the Redskins.
Vick will remember Eagles' loyalty in 2011
Although Michael Vick said his agents have not spoken to the Eagles about a new deal yet, the QB will remember who helped him return to prominence.
Report: Eagles want Vick back, haven't discussed new deal
The Eagles have shown interest in keeping QB Michael Vick beyond this season but have not yet discussed a contract extension with their quarterback, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer.
NFC East midseason reports
Hakeem Nicks' nine TD catches in eight games has delighted the Giants, and fantasy owners as well. Read our midseason reports on the NFC East teams.
Eagles' pass defense passes with flying colors
The Eagles went to work during the bye on fixing the pass defense problems and did that in a terrific performance against Colts QB Peyton Manning in Week Nine.
No change for Week 11 schedule
The NFL has announced that there is no change to the Week 11 schedule, meaning the Sunday night game between the Giants and Eagles has not been flexed out for another contest.
Vick leads Eagles to victory in return
Michael Vick threw for 218 yards and one touchdown, ran for 74 yards and a score, and the Eagles beat Peyton Manning and the Indianapolis Colts 26-24 Sunday.
Eagles expecting more out of LB Sims
So far this season, Eagles WLB Ernie Sims has become best known for two big hits he has dished out, one that earned him a $50,000 fine, and inconsistent playmaking.
Redskins might have multiple concerns with McNabb
There is a lot of haze in the aftermath of the Week Eight benching of QB Donovan McNabb, but we hear that the various reasons Mike Shanahan gave may all have merit.
Eagles LB Sims fined $50,000
Eagles LB Ernie Sims was fined $50,000 for striking a defenseless receiver in the Eagles' loss to the Titans on Oct. 24.
PLAYER NEWS
Allen has left the Philadelphia Eagles' game against Chicago with a concussion.|||||||
Allen is Philadelphia's starting free safety. He was injured in the first quarter during Chicago's scoring drive. Jay Cutler threw a 5-yard touchdown pass to Matt Spaeth to give the Bears a 7-0 lead Monday night.
Allen has a ruptured patellar tendon in his right knee and will have season-ending surgery.|||||||
Allen, drafted with the second-round pick Philadelphia acquired from Washington in the Donovan McNabb trade, is the fourth defensive starter to go down for the season. A potential fifth, middle linebacker Stewart Bradley, is out with a dislocated elbow and may not return until the playoffs. Allen was hurt in the Eagles' 38-31 win over the New York Giants. His knee appeared to buckle while he tackled Mario Manningham.
Allen has solidified his position as a starter with his play during training camp.|||||||
Defensive coordinator Sean McDermott calls Allen unshakable, and says the second-round pick from South Florida has earned the respect of his peers. McDermott made his comments after Wednesday morning's practice at Lehigh University. The Eagles struggled last season to find a capable free safety after perennial Pro Bowler Brian Dawkins signed with Denver as a free agent. Allen was given the starting spot at the beginning of camp.
