On an episode of Up and Adams, host Kay Adams noted that Allen leads the league in rushing success rate, meaning no quarterback or running back in NFL history has converted first downs or touchdowns on the ground at a higher clip. The assessment places Allen ahead of legends like Michael Vick and Larry Csonka, underscoring the enduring importance of his ground game to Buffalo’s offense.
Since entering the league in 2018, Allen has been one of the league’s premier dual-threat quarterbacks, averaging roughly 600 rushing yards and about 10 rushing touchdowns per season. That productivity has been a cornerstone of the Bills’ offensive approach and its scoring versatility.
Rushing prowess has also carried a cost, with injuries including a broken hand sustained during a rushing play in Week 1 of the 2024 season that lingered throughout the year. Analysts and observers have suggested that managing Allen’s rushing workload could help keep him fresh for the postseason run.
Buffalo’s front office has echoed the sentiment, with general manager Brandon Beane and former head coach Sean McDermott stressing the need to reduce hits on Allen. New head coach Joe Brady has reiterated the approach, while the Bills have invested in the rushing game by extending James Cook’s contract and increasing his carries in the season ahead.
