We've missed Jared Allen, and apparently he's missed being a Minnesota Viking. Jared Allen just signed a one day contract with the Minnesota Vikings, just so he could retire as a Vikings player. He will officially retire tomorrow.
"Rodeo" Jared Allen has decided to hang it up, announcing his retirement from the NFL in a video that is perfectly fitting to anyone who knows his personality.
Following the end of his contract with the Minnesota Vikings, defensive end Jared Allen visited with a handful of teams around the league, and was expected to join either the Denver Broncos or Seattle Seahawks. This morning, the former Vikings sack machine officially found a home within the NFC North.
Speculation much of the 2013 NFL season was that it would be Jared Allen's last with the Minnesota Vikings. News broke late last week that the defensive end wouldn't fit in new coach Mike Zimmer's scheme, and now it is confirmed that he will not be returning to Minnesota for the 2014 season.
Last night Vikings lost to the Buccaneers, which hurts enough. Add on top of that some poor sportsmanship and you've got one angry crowd. Donald Penn was on Jared Allen for most of the game, but this play is what really upset Jared Allen and fans.
Despite the Vikings epic bad year, Jared Allen is still playing fantastic football on the field. Of course, Jared also isn't afraid to speak his mind and joke around. One thing that came out this week, just before their game Sunday against the Lions, is how much Jared hates the city of Detroit.
Minnesota Vikings defensive end Jared Allen may be suffering through a 2-10 season so far, but he's