When the Minnesota Vikings signed Jonathan Allen this off-season, the first reaction for many Vikings’ fans was that he’ll be an instant upgrade to the Vikings’ defensive interior who can be more of a pass rushing threat than they had in that group last season. After all, Allen is a two-time Pro Bowler and first-round pick who’s enjoyed a solid career with the Commanders before being released earlier this year to save cap space.
But entering his ninth season at age 30, what does Allen have left in the tank? And what will his role be with the Vikings at this stage of his career?