Tom Allen, Indiana’s Head Football Coach and 2020 Big 10 Coach of the Year unpacks the NFL Draft…having a purpose bigger than the scoreboard…and having a one-word philosophy.
Heading into his 5th season, Allen has led Indiana to a 24-21 record, back-to-back winning seasons, and has three wins over top-25 opponents. The Hoosiers finished the 2020 season 6-2 and 12th in the AP Top 25. Allen previously served as the Defensive Coordinator at Indiana and South Florida. A native of New Castle Indiana, Allen has spent time as an assistant at Ole Miss, Arkansas State, and Drake, among other programs.
TOPICS:
- His excitement for the NFL Draft
- The Covid experience and how he met the challenges
- Handling stress and having a purpose bigger than the scoreboard
- His career and how the opportunities opened up
- Leadership and the key to others following the leader
- Staying grounded while coaching at Indiana
- One-word philosophy
- Reflecting on 2020 and the word “relentless”
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