Football · Speaker
Marcus Allen
A career defined by football’s highest honors.
- 01Heisman Trophy
- 02Super Bowl XVIII MVP
- 03Pro Football Hall of Fame · 2003
The story
From USC to the Raiders and Chiefs, Marcus Allen built a career that spans college football’s Heisman Trophy and the NFL’s biggest stage. He helped the Raiders win Super Bowl XVIII, earning the game’s MVP award, and was named NFL MVP in 1985.
Allen played 16 NFL seasons, totaling 12,243 rushing yards, 5,411 receiving yards and 145 touchdowns. He earned six Pro Bowl selections and entered the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2003.
His work includes keynote speaking and community engagement through the Marcus Allen Foundation, including support for Make-A-Wish, All Stars Helping Kids and Project Sunshine.
Super Bowl XVIII+
Allen rushed for 191 yards and two touchdowns in the Raiders’ championship victory, including a 74-yard touchdown run. His performance earned the game’s MVP award.
Beyond the game+
Keynote speaking and community engagement are part of Allen’s off-field work.
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References & photography
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