The Buffalo Bills have made a monumental decision to secure their future by rewarding NFL MVP Josh Allen with a record-setting six-year contract. This new deal, valued at $330 million and including $250 million guaranteed, extends through the 2030 season. The agreement elevates Allen from the 14th-highest to tied for second-highest average annual value among quarterbacks, marking a significant milestone in his career. Allen's leadership and exceptional performance on the field have been pivotal to the Bills' recent success, and this contract underscores their confidence in his abilities.
Josh Allen's play and leadership have been inseparable elements of his success, as highlighted by Bills coach Sean McDermott.
"Josh Allen's leadership, his consistent leadership, was the biggest reason why we did what we did this season. So, anybody that tries to say otherwise, I know better," – coach Sean McDermott
His dual-threat capabilities on the field have set him apart in the league. Allen became the first player in 21 years to win the MVP award without being selected as a first-team All-Pro. This rare achievement places him alongside iconic players John Elway and Steve McNair, who also earned MVP honors under similar circumstances.
Allen's remarkable journey in the NFL continues as he enters his eighth season, fresh off his second AFC Championship Game appearance. Despite not yet securing a Super Bowl appearance, Allen's focus on improving turnovers led to a career-low of eight in the 2024 season. This strategic emphasis showcases his dedication to refining his game and contributing to team success.
In terms of statistics, Allen's performance has been nothing short of historic. He finished the season with 28 touchdown passes, 12 rushing touchdowns, and only six interceptions. Impressively, he became the first player in NFL history to record at least 25 touchdown passes and 10 touchdown runs with fewer than 10 interceptions in a single season. His ability to consistently account for touchdowns has set a league record, with at least 40 touchdowns (passing or rushing) in five consecutive seasons.
Since entering the league in 2018, Allen has amassed 65 rushing touchdowns, surpassing any other quarterback by a significant margin. His career total of 260 touchdowns via passing or rushing is the most ever recorded in a player's first seven seasons in NFL history.
Looking ahead, Allen will enter the 2025 season with consistency by his side, as coordinator Joe Brady begins his second full year in the role. This stability is expected to further enhance Allen's performance and facilitate the Bills' pursuit of championship glory.
General manager Brandon Beane expressed his admiration for Allen's contributions to the team.
"I love Josh and so proud of what he's done, and so, I could be here all day talking about how great he is and what he's done for our team and where he belongs in the pecking order of all that stuff," – general manager Brandon Beane
Allen's commitment to excellence resonates with his own aspirations for the team and its loyal fans.
"We're going to continue to turn every stone over and cross the T's, dot the I's and do whatever we can to try to bring a Lombardi back here to Western New York," – Josh Allen
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