Jared Allen: podcast appearances and interviews

Jared Scot Allen is an American former professional football player who played as a defensive end in the National Football League for twelve seasons. He was recognized as a five-time Pro Bowler and a four-time All-Pro selection, accumulating a total of 136 career sacks. Allen played college football for the Idaho State Bengals before being selected by the Kansas City Chiefs in the fourth round of the 2004 NFL draft. After four seasons with the Chiefs, he was traded to the Minnesota Vikings in exchange for three draft picks, including a first-rounder, and spent six years with the team. In 2014, he joined the Chicago Bears as a free agent and was traded to the Carolina Panthers during the 2015 season, participating in Super Bowl 50. Following his retirement from professional football, Allen took up curling and formed a team with other former NFL players. He was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2025.