2024 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Allen Henry, DL, Coastal Carolina University

• Name: Allen Henry
• Position: DL
• College: Coastal Carolina University
• Height: 6’2”
• Weight: 295 lbs
• X (Twitter): @allenhenry52
• Instagram: @fastlivin52

What made you decide you wanted to be a football player?

My older brother and he was really into football and he got me into it, I didn’t like it at first and he passed away and I stuck with football.

What are your favorite moments from your football life?

The traveling, beating rival schools and eating food.

What are you looking to achieve as a football player going forward?

To get an opportunity at the next level and show what I’m capable of.

If you could hang out with any football player past or present for a day who and why?

Aaron Donald, just to learn and observe from one of the greats.

Which one of your family members inspires you the most and why?

My father, when stuff got rough he never gave up and showed me how to approach difficult situations.

What is your favorite defensive scheme and why?

4-2-5, just to stop the run.

What should we know about Allen Henry the person?

I’m a good role model for my community and siblings and I’m very dedicated when I put my mind to something I’m looking for.

What stands out about your film the most?

My attitude and my mindset and my work ethic.

How do you handle challenges both in life and on the football field?

In life I just reach out to people who have been in situations similar to what I am currently in and on the football field I just go back to my training.

What would a team get in a player like you?

A leader, a trustworthy player and a hard worker.

What do you love the most about the game of football?

Winning, that’s the best feeling in football.

Who is the most underrated player you’ve played with and why?

Ja’Quon Griffin, he gets overlooked because of his size, but as far as work ethic, strength and technique is concerned he checks all the boxes.