Keenan Allen

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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1. When was Keenan Allen born?April 27, 1992
2. Where was Keenan Allen born?Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States
3. What is the college?University of California, Berkeley
4. What is the career receiving yards?Over 10,000 yards with the Los Angeles Chargers
5. Who is Keenan Allen?Keenan Allen is a star football player who plays as a wide receiver for the Los Angeles Chargers. He has been selected to the Pro Bowl six times, showing he is one of the best in the league.
6. How did Keenan Allen start his football career?He played college football for the California Golden Bears and declared for the NFL draft after his junior year. In 2013, the Chargers picked him in the third round and he immediately set rookie records.

Wide Receiver: An offensive player in American football responsible for running routes and catching passes from the quarterback.
NFL Draft: An annual event where teams select eligible college football players, determining the order in which they can sign new talent.
Contested Catch: A reception made by a receiver while being closely defended by an opposing player.
Route Running: The specific path a receiver takes on the field to get open for a pass.