George Allen (defensive tackle)

George Robert Allen was an American professional football player who was a defensive tackle in the American Football League for the Houston Oilers. He played college football for the West Texas A&M Buffaloes.

Early life

Allen attended Mary C. Womack High School. He accepted a football scholarship from West Texas State University.

Professional career

Allen was selected by the Houston Oilers in the fourth round of the 1966 AFL draft. He was also selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the 17th round of the 1966 NFL draft. He chose to sign with the Oilers in the American Football League.
As a rookie, he played in 9 games at [Tackle (gridiron American football|football position)|offensive tackle]. In 1967, he was converted into a defensive tackle during training camp. He spent the year on the taxi squad.
On July 28, 1968, he was traded to the Oakland Raiders in exchange for a future draft choice. He was released before the start of the season.