George Allen started his coaching career at Morningside College in 1948 before leaving for Whittier College in 1951, where he spent the next six years. He made his NFL debut with the Rams in 1957, and a year later was hired by the Chicago Bears as a defensive assistant.

In 1963, Allen was awarded the game ball following the NFL Championship Game in which his defense recorded five turnovers. Later was named to his first NFL head coaching assignment with the Rams.

George Allen passed away on December 31, 1990 at the age of 72.

Career Highlights
NFL Coach of the Year: 1967, 1971
NFC Coach of the Year: 1971
Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2002

Championship Teams
1967 Los Angeles Rams: NFL Coastal Division champions
1969 Los Angeles Rams: NFL Coastal Division champions
1972 Washington Redskins: NFC Eastern Division champions, NFC champions

Super Bowl Teams
Super Bowl VII - Miami Dolphins 14, Washington Redskins 7

NFL Coaching Record