Emmitt Smith fought back tears as he remembered his former teammate, Larry Allen.
The Cowboys announced earlier Monday that Allen, considered one of the greatest offensive linemen in NFL history, had died suddenly at the age of 52 while on vacation with his family in Mexico.
Legendary Dallas Cowboys guard and Super Bowl champion Larry Allen has passed away unexpectedly at the age of 52 while vacationing with his family in Mexico.
Allen’s illustrious NFL career spanned 14 seasons, primarily with the Dallas Cowboys, before he concluded his playing days with the San Francisco 49ers.
He was a key player in Super Bowl XXX, where the Cowboys secured a 27-17 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers in Arizona.
During his career, Allen was selected for ten Pro Bowls, the most of any offensive player in Cowboys history, and was enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2013.
He is survived by his wife, Janelle, and their three children, daughters Jayla and Lariana, and son, Larry III.
The Dallas Cowboys released a statement expressing their deep sorrow: “We are very saddened to share that Cowboys legend, Super Bowl Champion, Cowboys Ring of Honor member, and Pro Football Hall of Famer Larry Allen passed away suddenly while on vacation in Mexico with his family on Sunday.”
The statement continued, “Larry, renowned for his athleticism and incredible strength, was one of the most respected and accomplished offensive linemen in NFL history. His versatility and dependability marked his career, making him an inspiration to many players and a paragon of what it means to be a great teammate, competitor, and winner.”
Smith, the NFL’s all-time leading rusher, expressed his sorrow in a video posted on social media.
“I’m at a loss for words right now,” he said. “The one thing I know about Larry Allen is that he had a big heart and lived life to the fullest. He was a man of few words, but on the football field, he was a beast. He will be sorely missed.”
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of the great Larry Allen.
