Allen is expected to make his 49ers debut Sunday when San Francisco travels to Dallas to face the Cowboys. Tight end George Kittle welcomed the addition, saying Allen’s experience and route-running should help him fit into the offense quickly.
“He understands how to run routes. There’s only so many different concepts in the NFL, and he just knows how to run the route. There’s not a lot of coaching, so he can fill in right away. He’s what you want in a veteran player,” Kittle said. He added that he was excited to play alongside Allen, whom he had followed for years and once drafted in fantasy football.
Now in his 14th NFL season, Allen is a six-time Pro Bowler. He spent most of his career with the Los Angeles Chargers, including four seasons when the team was based in San Diego. This season with Indianapolis, he has recorded 40 receptions for 350 yards and one touchdown.
Allen joins a 49ers team that has started the season strongly. San Francisco’s offense, led by Kyle Shanahan, could give the veteran receiver new opportunities as he continues his career.
