MARCH 21, 2022 • THERAMS.COM
BRIAN ALLEN
Brian Allen on re-signing with Rams, having stability at quarterback position Rams OL Brian Allen discusses his reaction to re-signing with the Rams on a 3-year deal and what it means to have stability at the QB positi...
Brian Allen's contract is actually for $18M, comes with $1.8M cap hit in 2022 Brian Allen’s contract is actually $8 million less than first reported and has a cap hit of only $1.8 million in 2022
MARCH 18, 2022 • USATODAY.COM
Inks three-year extension Allen signed a three-year deal worth $24 million to remain with the Rams on Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Impact Allen started 16 of 17 games in addition to all four postseason contests for the Rams in 2021. He was named as a Pro-Bowl alternate and should serve as the team's starting center once again in 2022.
MARCH 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Rams' Brian Allen went from 'a pretty dark place' to a Super Bowl starter Allen walked with a limp for a year after suffering a brutal knee injury in 2019 that had him wondering if his career could be over.
FEBRUARY 10, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Rams OL Brian Allen on "crazy ride" of 2021 season and what it's like to play next to OL Andrew Whitworth ' Super Bowl LVI Ahead of Super Bowl LVI Los Angeles Rams offensive lineman Brian Allen looks back at the year it's been in royal & sol and talks about what...
FEBRUARY 10, 2022 • THERAMS.COM
2 years after a devastating knee injury, Hinsdale Central grad Allen is a win from Super Bowl Hinsdale Central graduate Brian Allen has overcome a devastating knee injury and is one win away from his second Super Bowl appearance with...
JANUARY 29, 2022 • DAILYHERALD.COM
Logs full practice Allen (knee) was a full practice participant Thursday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
Impact Allen suffered a knee injury in Sunday's win over the Vikings. However, he doesn't appear likely to miss any further time after logging a limited practice Wednesday followed by a full session Thursday. Allen should retain his role as the Rams' starting center in the team's Week 17 matchup against the Ravens.
DECEMBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable to return Sunday Allen (knee) is questionable to return to Sunday's contest against the Vikings, Ben Goessling of the Star Tribune reports.
Impact Allen missed the Rams' Week 14 contest against the Cardinals after suffering a knee injury a week prior. However, he was able to return to in Week 15 and was a full participant in practice ahead of Week 16. It's unclear if the two knee injuries are related. In his absence, left guard Coleman Shelton has shifted over to center, left tackle David Edwards has moved to left guard and Alaric Jackson has entered the game at left tackle.
DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Active Week 15 Allen (knee) was active for Tuesday night's game against the Seahawks.
Impact Although Allen had been nursing a sore knee, he was able to practice in full all week ahead of Tuesday's game. Look for him to handle his usual starting center duties moving forward without limitations.
DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Not available Monday Allen (knee) is inactive for Monday's contest against the Cardinals, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Impact As expected, Allen is unavailable Monday after not practicing all week. In his absence, Coleman Shelton will likely handle the starting center duties against the Cardinals.
DECEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Injury Report 12/11: Brian Allen doubtful, Terrell Lewis and Dont'e Deayon questionable for Monday Night Football at Cardinals A look at the final injury report leading into Monday night's game between the Los Angeles Rams and Arizona Cardinals at SoFi Stadium.
DECEMBER 11, 2021 • THERAMS.COM
Considered day-to-day Allen (knee) is considered day-to-day after spraining his MCL in the Rams' win against the Jaguars Sunday according to head coach Sean McVay, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic repor...
Impact Allen will be limited in practice all week with the hopes of him being ready for Monday against the Cardinals. If he is unable to go, Coleman Shelton will likely draw the start at center.
DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable to return Sunday Allen (knee) is questionable to return to Sunday's contest against Jaguars, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Allen injured his knee in the first quarter of the Rams' Week 13 contest. If he is unable to return, then Coleman Shelton will likely remain at center for the remainder of the game.
DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Brian Allen questionable to return with knee injury Brian Allen suffered a knee injury on the Rams’ opening play of the game.
DECEMBER 5, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
Brian Allen's comeback key piece to success of Rams offensive line Overcoming adversity faced in the last year and a half, center Brian Allen has become an important part of the success of the Rams' offensiv...
OCTOBER 11, 2021 • THERAMS.COM
Ready to play Sunday Allen (undisclosed) is active for Sunday's game against the Jets.
Impact The 25-year-old isolated himself from the team as a COVID-19 precaution for a couple days, but he continued to test negative and is good to go Sunday. Allen should serve as the backup center to Austin Blythe.
DECEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Ticketed as questionable Allen (undisclosed) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Jets, Kevin Modesti of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.
Impact According to Modesti, Allen is staying away from the team as a COVID-19 precaution. If he continues to test negative, Allen should be available to serve as the backup center behind Austin Blythe for Sunday's game.
DECEMBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Practices in full Allen (knee) was a full participant at Monday's walk-through, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Impact Allen sat out Sunday's game against the Cardinals, which marked his fourth consecutive game missed due to a knee issue. However, his full participation Monday indicates he will return for Thursday's matchup with the Patriots. Barring any setbacks, look for him to return to his usual role providing depth on the line.
DECEMBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Remains out Week 13 Allen (knee) is inactive for Sunday's game at Arizona, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Allen is sidelined for the fourth straight contest as he continues to battle the knee injury. Austin Blythe remains the starter at center with Coleman Shelton working as his top backup.
DECEMBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Out Week 12 Allen (knee) is inactive for Sunday's game against the 49ers.
Impact The 25-year-old will be unavailable for the third straight game as he continues to recover from the knee injury. Coleman Shelton will operate as the primary backup to starting center Austin Blythe.
NOVEMBER 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Unavailable Monday Allen (knee) is inactive for Monday's game against the Buccaneers.
Impact Allen was considered doubtful with the knee injury, so he never had a strong chance of suiting up Monday. Coleman Shelton should serve as the primary backup at center behind Austin Blythe.
NOVEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Listed as doubtful Allen (knee) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Buccaneers.
Impact Allen missed the last two practices of the week, and he's not expected to play Monday. Coleman Shelton will operate as the primary backup to center Austin Blythe as a result.
NOVEMBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Out Sunday Allen (knee) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.
Impact The 25-year-old was added to the injury report Friday with the knee issue and was considered questionable, and he won't be available Sunday. Coleman Shelton should serve as the reserve option at center for the Rams in Allen's absence.
NOVEMBER 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Recovered from COVID-19 Allen has fully recovered after testing positive for COVID-19 in April, Bob Glauber of Newsday reports.
Impact Allen was the first NFL player to publicly test positive for coronavirus. However, he's now officially past the illness. The 24-year-old is expected to provide depth on the Rams' offensive line this season.
JUNE 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
