Doug Allen

Douglas Ferguson Allen (born November 13, 1951) is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker for two seasons with the Buffalo Bills of the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Bills in the second round of the 1974 NFL draft after playing college football for the Penn State Nittany Lions.

Early life Douglas Ferguson Allen was born on November 13, 1951, in Tampa, Florida. He attended Corning Painted Post West High School in Painted Post, New York.

Professional career Allen was selected by the Buffalo Bills in the second round, with the 27th overall pick, of the 1974 NFL draft and by the Jacksonville Sharks in the 23rd round, with the 267th overall pick, of the 1974 WFL draft. He also appeared in, and started, one playoff game that year.

Personal life Allen initially worked for the AFL-CIO after his NFL career. He was later the assistant executive director of the NFL Players Association from 1982 to 2007.