From defensive linebacker to NFL record-breaker: the versatile rise of Tyler Allgeier
In short: Before becoming a standout NFL running back, Tyler Allgeier spent a season playing linebacker. This positional shift preceded a historic rookie campaign with the Atlanta Falcons, where he shattered long-standing franchise records and proved his value as a dual-threat weapon in the professional ranks.
Born on April 15, 2000, in Fontana, California, Tyler Allgeier’s path to professional football was defined by significant versatility. During his collegiate career at Brigham Young University, he demonstrated a rare ability to adapt to different roles. While he played limited snaps as a running back in 2018, he transitioned to linebacker for the 2019 season, appearing in all 13 games and recording 26 tackles and 0.5 sacks. He returned to the backfield in 2020, eventually becoming a dominant force by 2021, when he co-led the NCAA with 23 rushing touchdowns and amassed 1,601 rushing yards.
Allgeier entered the NFL via the 2022 draft, selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the fifth round as the 151st overall pick. His rookie season was nothing short of historic for the franchise. He became the first Falcons rookie running back to exceed 1,000 rushing yards since William Andrews in 1979, and he surpassed Andrews' previous single-season rookie rushing record by finishing with 1,035 yards. This performance earned him a spot on the PFWA All-Rookie Team.
Since his breakout, Allgeier has maintained his role as a reliable contributor. After a productive 2023 season, he continued to serve as a key backup in Atlanta throughout 2024 and 2025. A new professional milestone occurred on March 12, 2026, as he joined the Arizona Cardinals via a $12.25 million, two-year deal.
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