Allen Discusses Tech Experience


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James Hunt (Wilson, N.C.) OL Sean Allen had received an official offer from Virginia Tech prior to last weekend’s camp, but he still participated in workouts. Allen, who likely projects as an offensive guard on the next level, measured out at 6-3, 287 pounds and ran a 5.4 in the 40-yard dash at Tech’s camp.

What stood out about the experience?

“I got to see the coaches,” said Allen, who went to Blacksburg with his father. He said his father liked the coaches as well. “I like ‘em right now. I like coach Wiles a lot. I like the weight room.”

Allen primarily plays right tackle in high school, but did see some time at the left tackle spot last season as a junior. He earned all-conference honors at right tackle last season. Very strong, he has a max bench of 360 pounds and squats 480 pounds. When asked what his strength is on the field, he replied “probably run blocking because we’re a rushing team.”

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