In last week’s AFC Championship Game, Josh Allen put forth an impressive effort to keep the Kansas City Chiefs from stepping closer to a historic Super Bowl hat-trick. Completing 22 of 34 passes for 237 yards and two touchdowns, Allen did everything within his power, but the Buffalo Bills were edged out 32-29 as Dalton Kincaid dropped a crucial fourth-down catch with just over ninety seconds remaining.
Despite the disappointing loss, and the swirling controversy around officiating that has some fans considering a Super Bowl LIX boycott, Allen’s response was the epitome of sportsmanship. Caught on camera, Allen showed class when he met Patrick Mahomes on the field post-game, telling the Chiefs’ quarterback, “Go get another one.”
But the season wasn’t all doom and gloom for Allen. Even with major contributors like wide receiver Stefon Diggs departing, Allen chalked up an impressive 2024 season.
With an effective spotlight on James Cook and a retooled, balanced receiving corps dubbed “Everybody Eats,” Allen kept the Bills competitive. Though his 307 completions, 3,731 yards, and 28 touchdowns marked his lowest figures of the decade, he claimed career bests with only six interceptions and 14 sacks for 63 yards lost.
His 219.5 passer rating was solid, and Pro Football Focus gave him an impressive 91.8 grade for 2024, marking his fifth consecutive season with at least a 90 grade, surpassing even the legendary Tom Brady.
Beyond the stats, Allen’s leadership shone brightly, drawing high praise from head coach Sean McDermott and general manager Brandon Beane. McDermott emphasized, “His consistent leadership was the biggest reason why we did what we did this season.
Anyone who says otherwise hasn’t seen what I’ve seen. He’s been the linchpin every season for us.”
Beane added, “Josh was intentional about protecting the ball without sacrificing his play style. He’s still playing like an MVP, and people should talk more about how well he managed the ball.”
As the Bills look towards the next season and hold the 30th overall pick in the upcoming Draft, one thing is clear: Josh Allen has anchored himself as the heart and soul of this Buffalo team, demonstrating that even in times of change and challenge, he can lead with grit, grace, and a determination that his teammates and fans can rally behind. With Allen at the helm, the Bills have proven they’re more than just contenders; they’re a team built for resilience and future successes.
