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Las Vegas Raiders Dream Team: All-Time Starting Offense

By Evan Groat

NEW YORK - OCTOBER 23: Offensive tackle Art Shell #78 of the Oakland Raiders talks with quarterback Ken Stabler #12 while there's a break in the action against the New York Jets during an NFL football game October 23, 1977 at Shea Stadium in the Queens borough of New York City. Shell played for the Raiders from 1968-82. (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images)
NEW YORK - OCTOBER 23: Offensive tackle Art Shell #78 of the Oakland Raiders talks with quarterback Ken Stabler #12 while there's a break in the action against the New York Jets during an NFL football game October 23, 1977 at Shea Stadium in the Queens borough of New York City. Shell played for the Raiders from 1968-82. (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images) /
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Raiders RB Marcus Allen Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images)
Raiders RB Marcus Allen Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images) /

Running Back: Marcus Allen (1982-1992)

Marcus Allen was a first round selection by the Raiders in 1982, after a successful career at the collegiate ranks, culminating with winning the Heisman Trophy in 1981 as a member of the USC Trojans.

Allen made an immediate impact with the Raiders, winning the 1982 AP Offensive Rookie of the Year award.  In 1983, Allen helped the Raiders win their third Super Bowl championship, leading the way with 191 yards rushing in the game, earning himself Most Valuable Player honors.

While with the Raiders, Allen was a five-time Pro Bowl selection, and a two-time First Team All-Pro (1982, 1985). In addition, the dynamic running back was named the league’s Most Valuable Player in 1985.

During that magical 1985 MVP season, Allen amassed 1,759 yards rushing with 11 touchdowns, while hauling in 67 receptions for 555 yards.  He was truly ahead of the times with his ability as a dual-threat back, something that teams covet in today’s game.

Allen is still the franchise’s all-time leading rusher with 8,545 yards, and rushing touchdowns with 79. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2003 and is widely considered one of the best running backs in the history of the game.

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