“Josh Allen is the best football player in the world right now. He’s not just playing at an elite level, he’s rewriting the way we think about quarterbacks. One of the top 5 players I’ve ever seen, and it’s not even close.”
— Colin Cowherd, on Josh Allen’s performance and impact on the Buffalo Bills.
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen delivered a stellar performance in Week 11, leading his team to a
Following the game, Colin Cowherd was quick to sing Allen’s praises. On his podcast, Cowherd called Allen not just the best player in the NFL right now, but also one of the
“Josh Allen is the best football player in the world right now. He’s not just playing at an elite level, he’s rewriting the way we think about quarterbacks. One of the top 5 players I’ve ever seen, and it’s not even close.”
Cowherd was joined by John Middlekauff, who echoed similar sentiments about Allen’s extraordinary influence on the Buffalo Bills. According to Middlekauff
, Josh Allen is more than just the leader of the team—he is the brand itself:
“Josh Allen is the brand of the Bills. This franchise has been a joke for 20 years. You watch him today, and it’s like, if Josh Allen disappears tomorrow, the Bills are the Jets or the Dolphins.”
Middlekauff went on to say that Allen is a game-changing force, comparing him to top quarterbacks like Justin Herbert, Joe Burrow, and Patrick Mahomes. What sets
Allen’s ability to dominate the field is evidenced by his remarkable stats. This week, he passed Tom Brady’s record for the most games with three or more touchdown passes
and one or more rushing touchdowns. In fact, this win marks Allen’s 11th career game with that feat, further solidifying his place in NFL history.
Allen’s growth has been nothing short of extraordinary, and his performance against the
While Josh Allen’s individual accomplishments are impressive, the ultimate goal for him and the Buffalo Bills remains the Super Bowl. If Allen can lead the Bills to their first
As Cowherd stated, Josh Allen isn’t just playing for now—he’s shaping the future of the position and the future of the
“A FEW GOOD WINS WON’T CUT IT. THE SABRES NEED TO BE GREAT, OR ELSE THEY’LL MISS THE PLAYOFFS AGAIN!”
Buffalo Sabres fans, it’s time for a reality check. While the team has enjoyed a modest two-game win streak, which includes impressive victories over the Detroit Red Wings and the high-powered Edmonton Oilers, there’s no time to celebrate just yet. The Sabres remain one of the worst teams in the NHL and are still facing a daunting climb to secure a playoff spot.
On Monday, young goaltender Colten Ellis delivered a stellar performance, stopping 32 shots and posting a .970 save percentage against the Oilers. Rookie Noah Ostlund also shined, scoring twice in the 5-1 victory. But despite these exciting individual performances, the Sabres’ playoff hopes hinge on more than just one or two standout players.
“The Big Show” Moment? Sure. But Can They Keep It Up?
For Buffalo to break its 14-year playoff drought, they need a full team effort every night. Tage Thompson and
The road ahead is tough. After games against the Calgary Flames and Chicago Blackhawks—two teams the Sabres are expected to beat—their schedule takes a sharp turn into difficult territory. Matchups against the
The Sabres need to show resilience, consistency, and the ability to string together five- and six-game win streaks if they’re going to remain in playoff contention. One or two big wins isn’t going to be enough.
This season is pivotal. The Sabres are running out of time, and they can’t afford to let their opportunities slip away.