Comparing Aldon Smith and Dakota Allen Head to Head
The career statistics tell a clear story in this DE comparison. Aldon Smith holds the advantage in 4 of 5 key categories, with Tackles representing the most decisive gap — a 660% difference that separates these two NFL players. This is not a close debate on the numbers.
Aldon Smith's Tackles of 228 compared to Dakota Allen's 30 represents a 660% advantage — dramatically better than their counterpart in this critical category. Dakota Allen falls 90% below the career average of 300 in this category while Aldon Smith exceeds it. It is the single most decisive number in this comparison and the clearest statistical argument for Aldon Smith's edge.
The most competitive category in this matchup is Pass Deflections, where Aldon Smith posts 10 against Dakota Allen's 0 — a gap of just 100%. Dakota Allen can point to this as evidence that the overall comparison is closer than the final 4-1 tally suggests. In any debate, Pass Deflections is the statistical ammunition for the Dakota Allen side.
Defensive impact in the NFL is notoriously difficult to quantify. Sacks and tackles capture individual production, but disruption, coverage grades and run-stopping ability paint the complete picture of defensive excellence.
Aldon Smith wins this head to head comparison decisively — 4 categories to 1. The 660% gap in Tackles alone makes a compelling case, but the consistency across multiple categories confirms Aldon Smith's statistical superiority in this NFL career comparison.
Who is better, Aldon Smith or Dakota Allen?
Aldon Smith holds the statistical edge, winning 4 of 5 categories in this career comparison. Aldon Smith's Tackles of 228 versus Dakota Allen's 30 is the most decisive factor — a 660% difference.
How do Aldon Smith and Dakota Allen compare in Tackles?
Aldon Smith career Tackles: 228. Dakota Allen career Tackles: 30. Aldon Smith leads by 660% — dramatically ahead in this key DE metric.
Who had the better overall career, Aldon Smith or Dakota Allen?
Based on career statistics, Aldon Smith edges Dakota Allen 4-1 across key categories. Aldon Smith's Tackles of 228 leads Dakota Allen's 30 by 660%, providing the clearest statistical evidence of the career advantage.