In his 19th year on the ballot, one of the team's defensive stars from the Buddy Ryan era is going into the Hall of Fame.

Allen, in his 19th year of eligibility, was announced to have found his way to Canton in a week when the Eagles franchise he played seven seasons for is playing in the Super Bowl.

Former New Orleans Saints defensive back Eric Allen was one of four players named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025 on Thursday during the NFL Honors broadcast at the Saenger Theater in New Orleans.

The Pro Football Hall of Fame announced the Class of 2025 on Thursday night as part of the NFL Honors show in New Orleans. Cornerback Eric Allen, in his 19th year of eligibility, and Jared Allen, in his fifth year of eligibility,