Okay, so Josh Allen is having a monster season, leading the MVP race and guiding the Buffalo Bills to an impressive 11-3 record. They’re in the hunt for the top seed in the AFC, and they’ve already knocked off some serious contenders like the Chiefs and the Lions. But here’s the thing: I don’t think the Bills are going all the way this year.
Now, don’t get me wrong, Allen is playing out of his mind. He’s taking care of the ball better than ever, with only five interceptions so far. The Bills are leaning more on their running game with James Cook and Ray Davis, and Allen himself has been a beast on the ground, scoring 11 rushing touchdowns.
But here’s my concern: when the Bills face a tough run defense and Allen is forced to throw more, can he keep those turnovers in check? History tells us he might revert to his old ways. Remember, this is a guy who has averaged 13 interceptions a season, and he threw a whopping 18 picks just last year. If teams can shut down the run and force Allen to air it out, things could get dicey.
Another factor to consider is the Bills’ competition. Let’s be real, the AFC East has been pretty weak this year. The other three teams in the division have a combined record of 13-29! That’s a cakewalk compared to some of the other divisions in the league. The Bills have feasted on weaker opponents, which has allowed them to build an early lead and rely on their running game. But against tougher competition, they might not have that luxury.
And finally, there’s the Bills’ defense. They’ve been vulnerable against the pass, ranking 25th in the league in opponent passing yards per game. If they face a team with a high-powered passing attack, like the Bengals or the Texans, they could be in trouble.
Look, the Bills have come close to the Super Bowl with Allen, but they haven’t been able to get over the hump. Even with Allen’s incredible performance this year, I’m not convinced they have what it takes to win it all. They’ve got some weaknesses that could be exposed in the playoffs, and I think they’ll fall short once again.
