Northeastern University Athletics

Allen Deary was elected to the Hall of Fame for his accomplishments in the sport of football.

Deary dominated New England passing lanes in the late 1970's as the premier quarterback . In 1978, the connection of Deary to Dan Ross, who would go on to the Pro Bowl, would connect 68 times as the Huskies surge to a 6-5 record- Deary completed 138 passes that season. Deary was the top passer in the ECAC, Division IAA, and the fourth best in the NCAA. When Deary graduated, he held the University career records for passes attempted, completed, and yards gained (4895), and the career total offense figures of 5,720. In addition to his passing, he also rushed for 318 yards as a senior. A Dan Marino-type release and a Tazmanian Devil running style made Deary one of the top dual threats in the nation. His career high 10 touchdown strikes in 1980 led to a tryout with the Boston Breakers of the erstwhile USFL.

Football and springboard co-op experiences at Bank of Boston and General Electric paved the way for exciting post college professional opportunities.