Meet Paul Allen, the Vikings announcer who was branded a “national treasure” by LeBron James and left Pat McAfee speechless

THE wild scenes during this weekend’s Vikings victory over the Bills were summed up by Paul Allen’s zany commentary on the game.

Allen went viral for his call as Justin Jefferson made a miraculous catch in fourth place to keep Minnesota alive.

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The Minnesota Vikings commentator’s audio has been played on a number of talk shows in the United States.

And one person Allen first met was Pat McAfee.

The former suitor-turned-media personality tweeted: “I didn’t know this incredible human existed until now.

“I feel like I missed out on so much energy. The talent, the passion, the storytelling.

“Paul Allen, Minnesota Vikings PxP, is AWESOME.”

But while McAfee has only just met Allen, LeBron James is not yet.

The NBA icon responded to McAfee’s tweet on Thursday.

And James said, “WOW!!! Paul Allen is a national treasure!!”

Allen replied, “Thank you LeBron. This team is so much fun. Appreciate the kindness.”

Allen has been the play-by-play voice of the Vikings for 20 years.

His theatrical appeals can be heard on the Minnesota Vikings Radio Network.

And there could be more magical commentary moments this season with the Vikings 8-1 and heading into the postseason.