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1977 Washington Redskins - George Allen

George Herbert Allen was an American football coach. He served as the head coach for two teams in the National Football League (NFL), the Los Angeles Rams from 1966 to 1970 and the Washington Redskins from 1971 to 1977.

Allen was born in Detroit, Michigan, in 1918. He played college football at Michigan State University, where he was a two-time All-Big Ten selection. After college, Allen served in the United States Army during World War II.

After the war, Allen began his coaching career as an assistant at Michigan State. He then moved on to the University of California, Los Angeles, where he served as the offensive coordinator from 1953 to 1956. In 1957, Allen was hired by the Los Angeles Rams as the offensive-end coach.

Allen was promoted to head coach of the Rams in 1966. He led the Rams to two Western Division championships and one NFL Championship Game appearance in his four seasons with the team.

In 1971, Allen was hired by the Washington Redskins. He led the Redskins to three NFC East championships and one Super Bowl appearance in his seven seasons with the team.

Allen was known for his conservative style of play and his emphasis on defense. He was also known for his personality and his famous sayings, such as "The only thing that counts in football is winning.

The 1977 Washington Redskins were coached by George Allen. They finished the regular season with a record of 9-5-1, good enough for second place in the NFC East. They defeated the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC Divisional Round, but lost to the Minnesota Vikings in the NFC Championship Game.

The Redskins' offense was led by quarterback Billy Kilmer, who threw for 2,250 yards and 16 touchdowns. The running game was led by John Riggins, who rushed for 1,206 yards and 12 touchdowns. The receiving corps was led by Charlie Brown, who caught 58 passes for 903 yards and 4 touchdowns.

George Allen ran a 4-3 defense with the 1977 Washington Redskins. The 4-3 defense is a base defense that uses four defensive linemen and three linebackers. The linemen are responsible for stopping the run and pressuring the quarterback. The linebackers are responsible for covering the pass and making tackles.

Allen's 4-3 defense was known for its aggressiveness and its ability to create turnovers. The Redskins' defense finished the season ranked 4th in the NFL in fewest points allowed.

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