Let’s dive into what’s been a captivating season for Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills. Despite the constant rigor of the NFL schedule, Allen has been battling through more than just defensive linemen—he’s been playing with a broken left hand. That’s grit, folks!
News broke from NFL insider Ian Rapoport that Allen sustained this injury during a daring Week 1 touchdown leap. Yes, that iconic jump into the end zone had some collateral damage.
When asked about it this past Thursday in Orchard Park, Allen shrugged it off with the nonchalance of a quarterback who’s got bigger fish to fry. “Yeah, it’s the left one, so it doesn’t really matter all that much,” he said, before shifting focus.
This isn’t just some minor ding Allen’s shrugged off, though. He’s been managing the injury since Week 1, sporting a protective glove on his non-throwing hand. Through it all, he hasn’t skipped a beat, playing with the kind of heart that reminds us why he’s been a staple on the MVP shortlist.
After the Bills enjoyed a Week 12 bye, Allen found himself back on the injury report in Week 17. This time, it was the right arm—his throwing arm—taking a bit of a pounding during a game against the Patriots.
But in true Allen fashion, he remained undeterred, stating, “Good. Just a little sore from this last game.
Probably took too many opportunities for them to lay their hands and pads on me. I just gotta be smarter.”
Wise words for a QB who’s mastering the balance between resilience and self-preservation. The right arm tweak hasn’t slowed him in practice, keeping him on track to face off against the New York Jets soon.
While Allen’s been steadily leading the MVP race, he’s got some serious competition rounding the bend. Baltimore’s Lamar Jackson and Philly’s Saquon Barkley are both making compelling cases as they close the gap. It seems this MVP race is far from decided; we’re in for an exciting finish as the season continues to unfold.
Elsewhere in the Bills’ orbit, speculation swirls about the possibility of Myles Garrett joining the squad. How he’d fit under the salary cap is the million-dollar question.
And as the playoffs loom, discussions about Buffalo’s Super Bowl prospects are heating up. Plus, thanks to some sharp-eyed analysis by NFL Films, Sean McDermott might have a few pointers to address the Bills’ vulnerabilities moving forward.
In the thick of the NFL season, Allen and the Bills are proving they’re much more than just contenders—they’re a force with the resolve to tackle any challenge thrown their way. Now, let’s sit back and see if they can turn this momentum into a legendary playoff run.
