A team willing to gamble on pure athleticism could find a diamond in the rough in the Buffalos' Allen, who originally signed with Nebraska out of high school. Solidly built, Allen's rare speed makes him one of the more intriguing second-day linebacker prospects. As athletic as Allen is, however, he remains a very raw talent and one with considerable character red-flags.

Positives: High cut, athletic build with room to add. … Best asset is his pure athleticism. … All-conference performer at Fresno City Junior College as a linebacker and safety. … Reads the action quickly and has rare sideline to sideline speed to beat the back to the outside. … Athletic enough to avoid blocks and make the play. … Flashes explosiveness as a hitter.

Negatives: Relies on his athleticism to make up for only marginal instincts, physicality and technique. … Despite background as a safety, Allen struggles in getting depth in his drops into pass coverage and can be fooled by play-action. … Struggles disengaging from blocks. … Good explosive hitter, but fails to wrap up. … Considerable character red-flags. … Spent time with five different universities, including three junior colleges.

Outstanding athlete who excelled in football, basketball, baseball and track at Atlantic Community High School. … Honored as first team All-Conference, All-Area and All-State. … Helped led team to a 13-1 record during his senior season.