Flanked by a purple Vikings baseball cap and his horned helmet, Jared Allen swiped his pen Thursday at his home in Arizona.
He picked up the ball cap and donned it in celebration of countless memories made in six decorated seasons of wearing the helmet.
Named as one of the “50 Greatest Vikings” in December 2010, Allen rejoined the team Thursday via a one-day contract to retire Friday from his 12-season NFL career. He will be a Vikings family member for life.
“My life really blossomed in Minnesota. That’s why I think it was so important for me to retire there,” Allen said during aninterview with “Voice of the Vikings” Paul Allen and Vikings.