Jonathan Allen was taken by the Washington Redskins in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft, 17th overall.
On May 11, 2017, he agreed to a $11.59 million, four-year rookie contract. [18] In a game against the Oakland Raiders in Week 3, Allen registered his first career sack. He had a Lisfranc injury in Week 6 against the San Francisco 49ers.
On October 19, 2017, he had surgery after which he was put on injured reserve. For the 2018 campaign, Allen was back and started all 16 games. He finished with eight sacks, 61 total tackles, and 15 quarterback hits.
On April 27, 2020, the team chose to execute the fifth year of his contract. His first three seasons as a professional were spent as a defensive end.
After the team’s new defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio devised a 4-3 defensive plan, Allen moved to defensive tackle. Allen agreed to a four-year contract extension for $72 million on July 27, 2021.
Jonathan Allen, a defensive tackle for the Washington Commanders of the National Football League, was born on January 16, 1995. He played collegiate football for Alabama, where he earned the 2016 College Football Playoff National Championship as well as multiple defensive player of the year honours. Washington selected Allen in the opening round of the 2017 NFL Draft.
Where Did Jonathan Allen Attend College?
College: Alabama (2013–2016).
Where Did Jonathan Allen Attend High School?
High school: Stone Bridge (Ashburn, Virginia).