Allen Aldridge (defensive end) facts for kids
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| Born: | April 27, 1944 Eagle Lake, Texas |
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| Died: | September 30, 2015 (aged 71) Missouri City, Texas |
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| College: | Prairie View | ||||
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Allen Ray Aldridge Sr. (born April 27, 1944 – died September 30, 2015) was a talented American football player. He played as a defensive end. This means his job was to stop the other team's offense. Allen Aldridge played in three different professional football leagues. These were the Canadian Football League (CFL), the National Football League (NFL), and the World Football League (WFL).
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Who Was Allen Aldridge?
Allen Aldridge was a professional football player. He was known for his skills as a defensive end. He played for several teams during his career. These teams included the Toronto Argonauts and Hamilton Tiger-Cats in Canada. In the United States, he played for the Houston Oilers and Cleveland Browns.
Early Life and College Football
Allen Aldridge was born in Eagle Lake, Texas. This was on April 27, 1944. Before becoming a professional, he played college football. He attended Prairie View A&M University. He played for their team, the Prairie View A&M Panthers. Playing in college helped him prepare for a career in professional football.
Playing in the CFL
Allen Aldridge started his professional career in Canada. He joined the Toronto Argonauts in 1967. He played for them until 1969. During his time with the Argonauts, he showed great talent. In 1968, he was chosen for the East All-Star team. This means he was one of the best players in his position in the Eastern division of the CFL. In 1970, he moved to another Canadian team. He played for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats for one season.
Time in the NFL
After playing in Canada, Allen Aldridge came to the NFL. He joined the Houston Oilers in 1971. He played for the Oilers for two seasons. Later, in 1974, he played for the Cleveland Browns. These teams are part of the National Football League. The NFL is one of the biggest football leagues in the world.
World Football League Experience
In 1975, Allen Aldridge played in the World Football League (WFL). This was another professional football league. He played for two WFL teams that year. These teams were the Shreveport Steamer and the Chicago Winds. The WFL was a short-lived league. It offered another chance for players to compete professionally.
His Legacy
Allen Aldridge passed away on September 30, 2015. He was 71 years old. He is remembered as a player who competed in multiple professional leagues. His career showed his dedication to football. He played at a high level for many years.
