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 |
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Moise Fokou has taken the first-team SLB reps from Akeem Jordan in a move that will sacrifice speed for strength at the point of attack.
Eagles CB Samuel, WR Cooper out; RB McCoy questionable
Concussions will keep Eagles CB Asante Samuel and WR Riley Cooper out of Philadelphia's Sunday-night game with the 49ers.
Vick needs to repent to earn forgiveness
What are NFL fans to do about Michael Vick? Do we cheer him on, object to his presence on the field, or pretend the dilemma doesn't exist while doing our best to ignore him?
Vick out "Maybe a week, maybe two weeks"
Eagles QB Michael Vick told a Virginia radio station he will not miss much time due to the rib injury he sustained in Week Four.
Injuries to Vick, McCoy cloud picture in Philly
Just when it looked like everything in the Eagles' offense was going swimmingly, rib injuries to QB Michael Vick and RB LeSean McCoy in Week Four have drastically changed the outlook.
Eagles dealing with rib injuries for Vick, McCoy
The Eagles continue to suffer crucial offensive injuries as QB Michael Vick and RB LeSean McCoy both suffered rib-related ailments in Sunday's loss to the Redskins, leaving their availability up in the air.
Rib injuries for Eagles' Vick and McCoy
Eagles QB Michael Vick has a rib cartilage injury and RB LeSean McCoy has a rib fracture, head coach Andy Reid told reporters on Monday.
With Vick out, Redskins win McNabb Bowl
Donovan McNabb threw for 125 yards and one touchdown, leading the Washington Redskins to a 17-12 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday in his first game against his former team.
Vick injured vs. Redskins
Eagles QB Michael Vick left the team's Week Four game vs. the Redskins at the end of the first quarter with an apparent injury to his rib cage or collarbone.
Eagles' McCoy picking up pass responsibilities
The biggest question by far about Eagles RB LeSean McCoy last season was his ability to handle pass protection, but he has come a long way in his second year.
Suddenly valuable Vick breathing life into Philly offense
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Vick's four TDs lead Eagles past Jags
Michael Vick threw three touchdown passes, ran for another score and the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars 28-3 Sunday.
Rookie Allen making positive impression on Eagles
The Eagles were hoping for good things from Nate Allen when they drafted the free safety in the second round of April's draft, and he hasn't disappointing, according to our NFC East Whispers.
McCoy in key position to help Eagles
Entering the season, there were questions about how Eagles RB LeSean McCoy might handle being the starter, but he has answered many of them so far.
Vikings sign WR Baskett
While Vincent Jackson’s name continues to swirl in trade rumors, the Vikings signed WR Hank Baskett, who was cut by the Eagles this week.
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.
