Allen's name is particularly intriguing because he was previously mentioned in trade rumors involving Deebo Samuel. However, his hefty salary likely derailed any potential deal, leading the 49ers to settle for a fifth-round draft pick instead in exchange for the wide receiver.
Allen (6-3, 300) missed most of the 2024 season with a partially torn left pectoral muscle but returned in Week 17. He finished the year with 19 tackles (three for a loss), seven quarterback hits, and three sacks, per Pro Football Reference.
Allen's performance has declined in recent seasons. His 56.0 defensive grade from Pro Football Focus in 2024 was a career low, and his 42.2 run-defense grade ranked as the second-worst mark of his career.
However, just a few years ago, he was one of the league's top interior defenders. Between 2021 and 2022, Allen racked up a combined 127 tackles and 16.5 sacks, earning a career-high 84.9 defensive grade from Pro Football Focus in 2021.
If the only obstacle to acquiring Allen was his contract, the 49ers may now have a better opportunity to bring him in as a free agent—potentially at a more manageable price.
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