Nobody is kicking sand in LA Rams Brian Allen’s face anymore

Hulk Smash

Brian Allen is more than back. He’s finally arrived. He has arrived in spite of a near career-ending injury. Or has he arrived because of that injury? Accidents lead to discoveries all the time. Accidental discoveries in science have led modern civilizations to greater understanding.

Perhaps it was facing the possibility of never playing football again that forged this new no-holds-barred version of Brian Allen who is suddenly so successful? Yes, he is successful. Incredibly successful right now.

And on this pass play? Just watch number 55 in the center of the offensive line. He not only engages, but he remains vigilant about the location of everyone in the middle of the offense. He blocks one player, then shadows another player going the other way.

Matthew Stafford has been sacked just once per game in the first three games of the NFL season. That’s a pretty solid showing for an offensive line that has struggled when confronted with A-gap blitzes. So far this year? Steady as she goes.