Former Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Eric Allen​ was officially enshrined into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, alongside Jared Allen, Sterling Sharpe and Antonio Gates.

Eric Allen finally earns Hall of Fame selection on 19th try: Eagles great one of best INT return men ever Eighteen tries Eric Allen's name has come up on the Pro Football Hall of Fame ballot. Eighteen times he's failed to be selected. The 19th time was the charm.

Legendary NFL cornerback Eric Allen was officially inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame on Saturday, August 2. Allen, who was selected 30th overall by the Philadelphia Eagles in 1988, took a moment to shout out former head coach Buddy Ryan for taking a chance on him.