15 Facts About Antonio Allen

Antonio Allen was born on September 23,1988 and is an American former professional football player who was a safety in the National Football League.

Antonio Allen played college football for the South Carolina Gamecocks.

Antonio Allen earned first-team all-state honors after his senior season at Trinity Catholic.

Antonio Allen played linebacker his first two years before switching to safety.

Antonio Allen finished his career with 198 tackles, 3.5 sacks, four interceptions and two touchdowns.

Antonio Allen was considered one of the top safety prospects heading into the 2012 NFL draft.

Antonio Allen came to an agreement with the team on a four-year contract that included a $45,896 signing bonus.

Antonio Allen was re-signed to the team's practice squad a day later.

Antonio Allen was promoted to the active roster on October 12,2012, after the team placed Darrelle Revis on injured reserve.

Antonio Allen was signed to the practice squad two days later after clearing waivers.

Antonio Allen was promoted to the active roster on December 6,2012.

Antonio Allen entered the 2013 preseason competing with newly signed Jaiquawn Jarrett for the starting free safety job.

Antonio Allen finished the 2013 season with 60 tackles, a sack, and an interception for a touchdown.

Antonio Allen was waived by the Jets on August 7,2015, after suffering an Achilles tendon injury.

Antonio Allen signed with the Houston Texans on March 16,2016.