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Arkansas QB Austin Allen took time out of his preparation for the 2018 NFL Draft to talk with Connor Livesay. College career, special moments, bowl games, injury, rehab and prepping for the NFL Combine. Connor and Austin run the gauntlet and as usual, it's a fascinating conversation.  QB's can sometimes get a "soft" label playing the heavily protected position. Not the case with Allen as he is one tough cookie who has proven his mettle on the field. "... dislocated my knee cap ... missed two plays and came back in ..." - Austin Allen QB Austin has a lot to look forward to as he embarks on his NFL experience. He also has a lot to prove due to his untimely injury and based on his calm, focused demeanor he is in the zone as he preps for his giant job interview.  Injury marred his 2017 but his 2016 tape was enough to get him a combine invite and in the NFL EVERY QB gets a very close inspection. Austin sounds ready for his shot.  Livesay keeps it real, puts things in perspective and gives you an "up close" p