Josh Allen Earns AFC Player of the Week Following Stellar Game

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen captured his 19th AFC Offensive Player of the Week honor and early MVP buzz after a brilliant 317-yard, five-touchdown performance in a 41-31 victory over the Lions. Allen completed 20 of 31 passes for 248 yards and three scores while adding 69 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 14 carries. Tom Brady and analysts praised Allen for eliminating negative plays and orchestrating Buffalo's high-powered offense to start the 2026 season.