Marvin Allen

Marvin Allen is a celebrated figure in British American football, with a distinguished career spanning three continents. As a player, he earned a coveted Super Bowl ring during his time on the Pittsburgh Steelers practice squad, and made his mark in NFL Europe with the Frankfurt Galaxy, Rhein Fire, and Amsterdam Admirals. He later joined the London Warriors as a standout wide receiver (2008–2011), before transitioning into coaching.

Marvin now serves as Defensive Coordinator for the London Warriors, where he has coached for many years, shaping national- and championship-winning defensive units. He has also brought his expertise to the NFL Academy UK programme, blending elite tactical coaching with athlete development

From 2019 to 2023, Marvin worked full-time with NFL UK in coaching and player development, drawing on his front-line insight and cross-continental experience nfl.com+1independent.co.uk+1. He gives his time to the programme driven by a commitment to mentoring the next generation—sharing professional-grade skill, discipline, and leadership on and off the field.