One Of The Top Defensive Ends In Tennessee: DJ Allen

DJ Allen is a 3 Star recruit who plays Defensive End at Germantown High School. Allen is ranked among the top 1200 recruits in the class of 2024 and is ranked as a top 85 Defensive End in the class as well. In addition, Allen is listed as a top 50 recruit in the state of Tennessee and is listed as the #3 Defensive End in the state of Tennessee. He holds offers from schools such as UCF, Indiana, and Purdue.

Who are some role models in your life?

The role models in my life are my mama and my big brother S’maje Burrell. S’maje committed to Texas, and seeing him do that was just a big thing to see in my life.

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

Artists that get me hyped are G Herbo and Polo G.

What are the strengths of your game?

The strengths of my game are my speed and coverage abilities.

What is your favorite memory of your career?

My favorite memory of my career is my first high school game of my sophomore year, where I got a sack.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?

The best player I’ve played with has to be Kody Jones.

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?

Do your job by locking in with school and handling your business in the house, and you’ll get rewarded on the field.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?

I want to travel to Athens.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?

I was 5 years old when I fell in love with the game of football.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?

I want to meet Micah Parsons.