Eric Allen is one step closer to Canton.
The former defensive back was named a finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2025. This is the second straight year Allen has made it to the finalist round.
Allen joined the Raiders after seven seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles and three with the New Orleans Saints. He played in 58 regular season games with 56 starts in the Silver and Black plus four postseason games, accumulating 15 interceptions with three returned for touchdowns. A six-time Pro Bowler and one-time All-Pro, Allen accumulated 54 interceptions over the course of his 14-year NFL career.
He is one of 15 finalists selected. For the full list, click here.
The Class of 2025 will be announced at NFL Honors in February.
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