BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Buffalo Bills have made a resounding statement about their faith in Josh Allen, rewarding the reigning NFL MVP with a historic six-year, $330 million contract extension through the 2030 season. The deal, which includes a jaw-dropping $250 million in guaranteed money, sets a new benchmark for NFL contracts, surpassing the previous high set by Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson ($230 million guaranteed).
This extension cements Allen as the face of the franchise for years to come, ensuring that the Bills’ championship aspirations remain alive and well. At 34 years old when the final year of this deal begins, Allen will have the chance to leave an enduring legacy in Buffalo, a city that has embraced him wholeheartedly. His annual salary now skyrockets from the 14th-highest among quarterbacks ($43 million) to a tie for second at $55 million per year, trailing only Dak Prescott’s $60 million deal with the Dallas Cowboys.
A Quarterback Worth Every Penny
General manager Brandon Beane has long recognized Allen’s invaluable presence on and off the field.
“I love Josh and am so proud of what he’s done,” Beane said at the end of the 2024 season. “I could talk all day about how great he is, what he means to this team, and where he belongs in the league. He and I have a great relationship, and when the time was right, we made sure to take care of our guy.”
And what a guy he is. In 2024, Allen made history as the first player ever to throw at least 25 touchdown passes, rush for 10 touchdowns, and have fewer than 10 interceptions in a single season. He finished the year with 28 passing touchdowns, 12 rushing scores, and just six picks. His relentless commitment to reducing turnovers paid off in a big way—his eight turnovers in 2024 were the lowest of his career, helping the Bills claim their fifth straight AFC East title.
A True Leader in Buffalo
Allen’s impact extends beyond stats; his leadership was the heart and soul of Buffalo’s success. After an offseason of changes, he embraced his role as a captain, guiding the team through challenges and setbacks.
“Josh Allen’s leadership, his consistent leadership, was the biggest reason why we did what we did this season,” head coach Sean McDermott emphasized. “Anyone who says otherwise doesn’t know what I know. I’ve seen it firsthand, and as long as he keeps doing that, we’re going to win a lot of football games.”
Allen’s dedication and talent have put him in elite company. With 260 total touchdowns (passing and rushing) in his first seven seasons, he surpassed even Patrick Mahomes, who sits 29 touchdowns behind. Since entering the league in 2018, Allen has racked up 65 rushing touchdowns—10 more than the next closest quarterback, Jalen Hurts. He has accounted for at least 40 touchdowns in five straight seasons, setting an NFL record.
The Road Ahead: A Super Bowl Chase
Despite all his personal accolades, Allen’s biggest goal remains elusive: a Super Bowl title. He enters the 2025 season with a sense of continuity, as offensive coordinator Joe Brady returns for his second full season. Allen is coming off his second AFC Championship Game appearance and is still searching for that breakthrough win against Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs, who have eliminated Buffalo four times in the playoffs.
“We’re going to keep turning over every stone, crossing the T’s, and dotting the I’s to bring a Lombardi Trophy home to Western New York,” Allen said with determination.
This extension is part of a larger effort to keep Buffalo’s core intact. The Bills recently locked up defensive end Greg Rousseau (four years, $80 million), linebacker Terrel Bernard (four years, $50 million), and wide receiver Khalil Shakir (four years, $53 million). The franchise is all-in on bringing a championship to Buffalo, and Allen is the cornerstone of that dream.
A Legacy in the Making
Allen’s MVP season put him in rarefied air, making him just the third Bills player to win the award, joining Hall of Famers Thurman Thomas (1991) and O.J. Simpson (1973). Incredibly, he became the first player in 21 years to win MVP without being selected as a first-team All-Pro, a testament to the sheer impact he had on the field.
As Allen steps into his eighth NFL season, one thing is clear: the Bills believe in him, and so does the city of Buffalo. With this record-setting deal, the mission remains unchanged—bring home a Super Bowl championship. And with Allen at the helm, the dream has never felt more real.