Fansided · Feb 4
Former Commanders Pro Bowler took a career dive fans saw coming
Former Washington Commanders defensive tackle Jonathan Allen | Sam Navarro-Imagn ImagesThe Washington Commanders saw the writing on the wall with Jonathan Allen. General manager Adam Peters and head coach Dan Quinn decided that the production no longer matched the paycheck, and they released the Pro Bowl defensive tackle when no willing suitor came forward.
Allen wasn't out of work for long, signing a lucrative deal with the Minnesota Vikings. Kevin O'Connell knew the player well from their time working together in Washington, and a new challenge was expected to bring a new lease of life out of the former Alabama standout.
