About Dalva Allen
Lived 1935 – 2016 (aged 81). Dalva Allen was an American american football player.
Dalva Ray Allen (January 13, 1935 – November 28, 2016) was an American football defensive end player who played professionally in the American Football League (AFL). He played college football at the University of Houston. After being selected by the Los Angeles Rams in the 23rd round of the 1957 NFL draft, Allen played three games for the Toronto Argonauts in the Canadian Football League (CFL) during the 1957 season. He played for the Houston Oilers on their AFL championship teams in 1960 and 1961, and for the Oakland Raiders from 1962 through 1964.
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Who was Dalva Allen?
American football player (1935-2016)
When was Dalva Allen born?
Dalva Allen was born on 13 January 1935 in Gonzales.
When did Dalva Allen die?
Dalva Allen died on 28 November 2016 in Houston.
What was Dalva Allen's occupation?
Dalva Allen was an american football player.
What nationality was Dalva Allen?
Dalva Allen was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Dalva Allen. https://biography.guide/dalva-allen/
MLA: "Dalva Allen." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/dalva-allen/.
Chicago: "Dalva Allen." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/dalva-allen/.
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