PLAYERS:
Jared Allen,
Ray Lewis,
Tim Tebow
TEAMS: Minnesota Vikings, Baltimore Ravens, Denver Broncos, Washington Redskins, Kansas City Chiefs
TEAMS: Minnesota Vikings, Baltimore Ravens, Denver Broncos, Washington Redskins, Kansas City Chiefs
No, Jared Allen—defensive end of the Minnesota Vikings—does not have a famous dance, like Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis, nor is vocal in the media compared to his NFL brothers. Allen dances famously around and through offensive linemen, allowing his game to speak for him. Allen also does not have a famous praying pose that is mocked globally, like Denver Broncos’ quarterback Tim Tebow who kneels before and after games.
Allen shares the same faith as Tebow, which as great. Although, Allen is not known through the media for his beliefs, as many athletes are. But as hard as he attacks quarterbacks and ball carriers, this Dallas native takes a furious approach to his faith, which he priorities first.
“You really have to focus on the task at hand week in and week out,” said Allen. “For me, football is not my main priority. I try to keep my focus on Christ, my family and then football. I try to bring a positive attitude to the work place and I think if other guys see m...
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