Jan 21, 2024; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) greets Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) following the 2024 AFC divisional round game at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Josh Allen is undeniably one of the most electrifying quarterbacks in the NFL today. With a regular season record of 76-34 and three Pro Bowl appearances, he’s solidified his spot as one of the top QBs in the league. But there’s a critical chapter missing in the story of his career: a Super Bowl appearance.

When you dive into Allen’s playoff stats, it’s clear he’s been a force on the field. He boasts the highest passer rating in a single postseason at an eye-popping 149.0 and stands sixth in NFL history with a career playoff rating of 101.7. With 25 touchdown passes against a mere four interceptions during playoff campaigns, his offensive prowess is undeniable. Yet, he’s 7-6 in the playoffs without a Super Bowl ring, and notably, he’s 0-4 against Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs.

This elusive Super Bowl victory keeps him on a list no player wants to be on—one of the best quarterbacks never to have won the big game, ranking second only to Lamar Jackson in this category according to a recent rundown by CBS Sports’ Jeff Kerr. At 28, Allen still has time to write a different ending, but the absence of that ultimate prize remains a conspicuous gap in an otherwise stellar resume.

This season added another painful chapter as the Bills once again fell short in the playoffs, facing their nemesis, Mahomes, for the fourth time. It’s a storyline that raises questions about whether Allen and the Bills can break through that proverbial glass ceiling come the postseason.

While both Allen and Lamar Jackson continue to demonstrate excellence on the field, their legacies are often couched in terms of what they haven’t achieved. The core of their greatness is crystal clear, yet the discussion inevitably circles back to a critical missing piece—a Super Bowl title. For Allen, every new season brings another shot at changing that narrative.