Josh Allen finally broke his brutal 0-7 overtime losing streak on Monday night in L.A., gutting out a 38-35 thriller against the Rams. This wasn’t just any win for the Bills’ QB either, it marked his 100th career victory, and boy, did Buffalo need it to hold onto their spot atop the AFC East.
Overtime Nightmare Erased, Just Like That
Seriously, 0-7 in overtime? That’s the kind of stat that haunts a quarterback, even one as good as Allen. But he just wiped that slate clean in Week 5. The game went to extra time, and it felt like everyone was holding their breath, remembering that terrible OT record. It took a massive play from defensive end Gregory Rousseau, who blocked a crucial field goal, to even give the Bills a shot. Then, Allen took over. He pulled out the scrambling magic we all know, using his own legs to drive the offense. The guy finished with 121 rushing yards, proving he’s still a dual-threat nightmare for defenses. That win pushed the Bills to a solid 4-1 record, and you could almost hear the collective sigh of relief from Buffalo fans.
Joining the Elite Club and Protecting the Lead
This 100th career win in his ninth season puts Allen in some truly elite company. He’s only the fourth quarterback ever to hit that milestone in his ninth year. Think about that: Patrick Mahomes (112 wins), Russell Wilson (107 wins), and Tom Brady (101 wins) are the only other guys who did it this fast. That’s a Hall of Fame list right there. Beyond the personal milestone, this victory was absolutely crucial for the Bills’ standings. A loss would have dropped them to 3-2, putting them in second place thanks to losing to the Patriots last week. That’s how tight the AFC East is already. This win keeps them in control.
Looking ahead, it doesn’t get any easier for the Bills. They’re heading to Las Vegas this Sunday to face the 3-2 Raiders. After that, they get a much-needed bye in Week 7. Then, it’s a huge home game against the 4-1 Ravens, followed by a monster Monday night showdown in Minnesota against the undefeated 5-0 Vikings. Every single one of these games is going to be a battle, but with that overtime monkey finally off Allen’s back, maybe the Bills have found that extra gear they need.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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