Legendary Cowboys lineman Larry Allen dies at 52

ARLINGTON, Texas (KETK) – Former Dallas Cowboys offensive lineman Larry Allen died over the weekend while on vacation with his family.

According to a Cowboys press release, Allen was in Mexico when he died at the age of 52.

The Cowboys released a statement on Allen’s death on Monday morning:

“The Dallas Cowboys are deeply saddened to announce that Cowboys legend, Super Bowl champion, Cowboys Ring of Honor member and Pro Football Hall of Fame member Larry Allen passed away suddenly on Sunday while vacationing with his family in Mexico. Known for his great athleticism and incredible strength, Larry was one of the most respected and accomplished offensive linemen to ever play in the NFL. His versatility and reliability were also defining aspects of his career. As a result, he continued to serve as an inspiration to many other players and defined what it means to be a great teammate, competitor and winner.

He was deeply loved and cared for by his wife Janelle, whom he described as his heart and soul, his daughters Jayla and Loriana, and his son Larry III.

The Jones family and the Cowboys extend their deepest condolences and thoughts and prayers to the Allen family. They mourn along with the many other Cowboys friends and teammates who also loved Larry.

Funeral arrangements and details will be announced shortly.”

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Allen is considered one of the best offensive linemen the franchise has ever had. He was an instant inductee into the Hall of Fame in 2013 and was a member of the All-Decade team in the 1990s and 2000s.

The lineman played 14 seasons in the National Football League: 12 with Dallas and two with the San Francisco 49ers. With the Cowboys, he won Super Bowl 30, defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers 27-17.

His other notable statistics include 11 Pro Bowls, seven All-Pro nominations, and being named to the NFL’s 100 Greatest Players in 2019.