History of Jonathan Allen in Timeline

Jonathan Allen is a professional football defensive end currently playing for the Minnesota Vikings in the NFL. He gained prominence playing college football for the Alabama Crimson Tide, securing a national championship in 2015 and earning defensive player of the year accolades in 2016. Drafted in the first round by the Washington Redskins (later Commanders) in 2017, Allen played eight seasons with the team, making two Pro Bowl appearances, establishing himself as a notable player in the league.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

January 16, 1995: Jonathan Allen Born

On January 16, 1995, Jonathan Allen was born. He would later become a professional football player.

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2004: Father Granted Full Custody

In 2004, Jonathan Allen's father, US Army Sgt. 1st Class Richard Allen Jr., was granted full custody of Jonathan and his brother after they spent ten months in foster care.

2012: Virginia Gatorade Football Player of the Year

In 2012, Jonathan Allen was named the Virginia Gatorade Football Player of the Year during his senior year at Stone Bridge High School.

2013: Played as Freshman

In 2013, Jonathan Allen played in 13 games as a true freshman at Alabama and had 16 tackles.

2014: All-Southeastern Conference

In 2014, Jonathan Allen was named first-team All-Southeastern Conference after recording 33 tackles and 5.5 sacks.

2015: Started All Games and Won National Championship

In 2015, Jonathan Allen started all 14 games for the Crimson Tide and won the 2016 College Football Playoff National Championship.

2015: Won National Championship

In 2015, Jonathan Allen won a national championship playing college football for the Alabama Crimson Tide.

2016: Defensive Player of the Year Awards

In 2016, Jonathan Allen received several defensive player of the year awards for his performance in college football.

2016: Won Trophies and Awards

In 2016, Jonathan Allen won the Bronko Nagurski Trophy, Chuck Bednarik Award, and Lombardi Award for his performance in the season.

May 11, 2017: Signed Rookie Contract

On May 11, 2017, Jonathan Allen signed a four-year rookie contract with the Washington Redskins, worth $11.59 million.

October 19, 2017: Placed on Injured Reserve

On October 19, 2017, Jonathan Allen was placed on injured reserve after suffering a Lisfranc injury against the San Francisco 49ers, and undergoing surgery.

2017: Drafted by Washington Redskins

In 2017, Jonathan Allen was selected by the Washington Redskins in the first round of the NFL draft.

July 2018: Married Hannah

In July 2018, Jonathan Allen married his wife, Hannah.

2018: Started all 16 games

In 2018, Jonathan Allen returned to the field, starting all 16 games and recording eight sacks, 61 total tackles, and 15 quarterback hits.

2019: Started in 15 games

In the 2019 season, Jonathan Allen started in 15 games and recorded six sacks and 68 total tackles.

April 27, 2020: Fifth-Year Option Exercised

On April 27, 2020, the Washington Redskins exercised the fifth-year option on Jonathan Allen's contract.

July 27, 2021: Signed Contract Extension

On July 27, 2021, Jonathan Allen signed a four-year contract extension worth $72 million with the Washington Redskins.

December 13, 2021: Placed on COVID-19 Reserve List

On December 13, 2021, Jonathan Allen was placed on the COVID-19 reserve list, but was activated back onto the active roster five days later.

December 2022: Voted into Second Consecutive Pro Bowl

In December 2022, Jonathan Allen was voted into his second consecutive Pro Bowl.

2022: Voted to the Pro Bowl

In 2022, Jonathan Allen was voted to his first Pro Bowl. He was ranked 88th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2022.

2023: Started 16 Games

In the 2023 season, Jonathan Allen started 16 games, finishing with 5.5 sacks and 53 total tackles.

2024: Finished the Season with Injuries

In the 2024 season, Jonathan Allen partially tore his left pectoral muscle but was activated off injured reserve prior to the Week 17 game on December 28. He finished the season with 19 tackles and three sacks over eight games.