Former Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Eric Allen was officially enshrined into the Pro Football Hall of Fame Saturday afternoon, alongside Jared Allen, Sterling Sharpe and Antonio Gates.Allen unveiled his Hall of Fame bust with the help of his son,

Legendary NFL cornerback Eric Allen was officially inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame on Saturday, August 2. Allen, who was selected 30th overall by the Philadelphia Eagles in 1988, took a moment to shout out former head coach Buddy Ryan for taking a chance on him.

Eighteen tries Eric Allen's name has come up on the Pro Football Hall of Fame ballot. Eighteen times he's failed to be selected. The 19th time was the charm. In his 19th year of eligibility, Allen finally was selected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.