Franklin Springs, GA – Emmanuel University is thrilled to welcome former all pro running back, Terry Allen as the Head Coach of the Emmanuel Women's Flag Football program.  
 
Originally from Commerce, Ga, Allen attended Clemson University where he played for the Tigers from 1987-1990, earning ACC Rookie of the Year honors.
 
In the League
 
In 1990, he was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the 9^th round. In his second year with the team, he earned the starting running back role rushing for 1,201 yards and 13 touchdowns. He also caught 49 passes for 478 yards and two scores. For four consecutive seasons (minus 1993 where he missed the season due to injury), Allen rushed for 1,000 yards or more. 
 
Allen joined the Washington Redskins in 1995 and had great success. In the 1995 season, Allen amassed 1,309 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns. In 1996, Allen had his best season yet, leading the NFL in touchdowns with 21 and rushing for 1,353 yards, earning him a spot in the 1996 Pro Bowl. He played for the Redskins for two more seasons, finishing his time in Washington in 1998. Allen finished out his career playing for the New England Patriots (1999), New Orleans Saints (2000) and Baltimore Ravens (2001) before retiring.
 
Back To Banks
 
Following his pro career, Allen went back to Clemson to complete his degree and served as a student coach for the Tigers during their 2016 National Championship run. 
In 2017, he moved into an Assistant Running Backs coach role with the Arizona Cardinals before heading back to Banks County where he's served as the Graduation Coach and Running Backs Coach/Recruiting Coordinator for the Leopards. 
 
Focused on Flag  
 
Now the newly named Head Women's Flag Football Coach at Emmanuel University will set his sights on recruiting for the team's inaugural season in Spring 2025.  
 
What excites him about this opportunity?
 
"Just the opportunity to get out and work with the young women and help develop their skill sets," he said. "I think Flag Football is something that's been needed for a long time to give ladies the opportunity to enjoy the game of football in a safe way, so it's just exciting to have this opportunity."
 
Welcome Coach Allen, we can't wait to hit the ground running!