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Former NFL defensive end Jared Allen was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, as part of the Class of 2025.
It was a tremendous punctuation mark to a legendary career for the Minnesota Vikings legend.
During his acceptance speech, Allen, who led the NFL in sacks in 2007 and 2011 and was named as one of the 50 Greatest Vikings of all time, referenced his wardrobe now including the gold jacket synonymous with induction into the Hall.
“This jacket is a direct reflection of all of you who have poured into my life and my career,” he said. “I might be the one wearing this jacket, but I hope every time you see this jacket, you see yourself.”
But it was a different part of his wardrobe during the ceremony that made headlines.
During the Gold Jacket ceremony on Friday night, Allen performed his signature calf-roping sack celebration, which resulted in him splitting his pants.
The incident occurred after he received the jacket, a hallmark of Hall of Fame induction, and was captured in a video shared by the Minnesota Vikings.
Allen, known for his 136 career sacks and vibrant personality, took the wardrobe malfunction in stride and casually walked off the stage, laughing and smiling.
His signature celebration stemmed from his cowboy roots, having grown up on a horse ranch in Northern California.
And hell, why not go for it during the Hall of Fame ceremonies?
Jared Allen’s pants ripped while he was doing his calf-roping celebration at the Gold Jacket ceremony. 😂😂😂
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) August 3, 2025
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Jared Allen’s emotional Hall of Fame speech highlighted his prioritization of family over football achievements, stating that his daughters are his greatest accomplishments and true legacy.
The speech was part of the 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony, where Allen was inducted alongside Eric Allen, Antonio Gates, and Sterling Sharpe.
“Well, I’m here to tell you two, you are my greatest accomplishments,” he said to his children. “When I get called home to heaven one day, if all they talk about is this gold jacket, my career, then I failed miserably as a father, a husband, and a friend. You two are my legacy. You are both so talented.”
“And I cannot wait to see what you decide to conquer this world,” Allen added. “So always put Christ first, find your why, dream big dreams, and always pursue greatness in whatever you do.”
“When I get called home to heaven one day, if all they talk about is this gold jacket, then I failed miserably as a father, a husband, & a friend. You two, [my daughters], are my legacy… Always put Christ first.”
– NFL Hall of Fame Inductee Jared Allen— Jon Root (@JonnyRoot_)...
