‘“I think it means a lot to the city – I know anytime I step on the field in that stadium, they all chant, ‘MVP,’ and that’s such a surreal feeling to know they care so much about this,” Allen said.’
Archives for February 8, 2025
Ryan O’Halloran: Memories flood to surface after Josh Allen wins NFL MVP
‘Was it really 10 years ago that Allen started his road at a community college in Reedley, California? Was it really seven years ago the Bills traveled to Allen’s Pro Day workout at the University of Wyoming? Was Allen really standing on the stage clutching the highest on-field individual honor in pro football?’
Postcards from New Orleans: Time to see some gators
‘I will be honest that I am a little afraid of alligators, respectfully. I am more afraid of hippos, their Nile River nemesis. But if I am being honest with a large group of subscribing strangers, I am a little afraid of both.’
Erik Brady: Ernie Warlick’s daughter remembers him fondly as Super Bowl returns to New Orleans
‘This week, with the Super Bowl in New Orleans, she is thinking often of her father. He played a central role there 60 years ago in a drama that remains a crucial moment in pro football history.’
Josh Allen was the right choice for NFL MVP: Why he deserved it more than others
‘The question I have on this Friday is, why are so many people so enraged over this? You would think the voters handed the award to Bills backup quarterback Mitch Trubisky rather than Allen.’
Sabato: MVP in hand, Josh Allen is a Super Bowl from untouchable status in Buffalo sports lore
‘His face, name or number are plastered everywhere from gas stations to grocery stores. More than one street with the name Allen in it around Western New York has been re-dubbed with his name on it by a fan.’
NFL MVP controversy: Why Josh Allen’s award win over Lamar Jackson at NFL Honors was so surprising
‘First, it should be noted that this isn’t a situation where Allen didn’t deserve to win, it was controversial because it was an unprecedented result based on the voting history of the award.’
Josh Allen’s NFL MVP win also happens to net him this massive financial bonus thanks to contract clause
‘Allen would almost certainly hand back the $1.5 million and tack on any other amount necessary to flip places with Patrick Mahomes and be preparing to play in the Super Bowl Sunday, so winning the MVP likely feels like a phyrric victory at absolute best.’
How Josh Allen Pulled Off Surprise MVP Win Despite Losing AP First-Team QB Vote
‘While Jackson was named All-Pro, Allen won the first-place votes for MVP 27–23. Of additional note, Jackson received 12 first-place votes to Allen’s one for NFL Offensive Player of the Year, which was won by Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley.’
The Buffalo Bills Loved Hailee Steinfeld’s Reaction to Josh Allen’s MVP
‘The Buffalo Bills social media team especially liked the image of his fiancé Hailee Steinfeld watching him accept the MVP trophy and posted it on multiple social media channels.’
Buffalo Children’s Hospital Congratulates Josh Allen on MVP With Heartwarming Video
‘In a video posted by the Bills’ X (formerly Twitter) account following the announcement, patients from Buffalo’s Oishei Children’s Hospital—where Allen often volunteers in the Patricia Allen Pediatric Recovery Wing—congratulated the 28-year-old in a heartwarming montage.’
Josh Allen Earned a Big, Seven-Digit Contract Bonus From Bills for Winning MVP
‘Allen’s MVP award was very special for him, earning the honor after a career season. But Allen also cashed in on in incentive in his contract with Buffalo, as he secured a $1.5 million bonus with the MVP win.’
Josh Allen Moved to Tears After Buffalo Children’s Hospital Congratulates Him on MVP Season
‘“That’s pretty cool. I don’t know what else to say. Thank you guys,” Allen said, at a loss for words.’
AP NFL MVP voters ex[plain why they voted for Bills QB Josh Allen over Lamar Jackson
‘Multiple AP voters explained their votes today on ESPN, and their reasonings were similar. Both Dan Orlovsky and Anthony Diguilio (AKA Tone Digs) said that they voted for Allen because he did more with less.’
New Era celebrates Josh Allen’s MVP honor
‘”Josh is easy to celebrate, and he didn’t just win the MVP. We very much believe that he earned it,” said Jesse Ladoue of New Era on Friday.’