Brian Allen retires from NFL after six seasons

Brian Allen, former center for the Los Angeles Rams, has announced his retirement from the NFL at the age of 29 after six seasons. He played a significant role in the Rams' Super Bowl LVI victory in 2021, starting 16 regular-season games and contributing in the playoffs. Allen was drafted in the fourth round of the 2018 NFL Draft and had a commendable career, finishing with 50 games played and 32 starts. Following a difficult period with injuries, he signed with the Cleveland Browns but never appeared in a game before being released. His retirement marks the end of a notable journey, during which he became the first player in the NFL to contract COVID-19. Allen's agency reflected on his career, wishing him well in the next chapter of his life.