Bill’s first game with a surprising catch

At 28 years old and standing 6 feet 5 inches tall, Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen made headlines on September 8, 2023, when he led his team to a thrilling 34-28 victory against the Arizona Cardinals at Highmark Stadium in Buffalo, New York. His performance took place in front of 70,542 enthusiastic fans, marking an impressive 99% capacity turnout for the game, and securing the Bills’ first successful home defense in the NFL’s AFC East regular season.

The Bills showcased their resilience by controlling the ball for 30 minutes and 30 seconds, even overcoming a 14-point deficit during the match. They rallied back, scoring at least 10 points in the second, third, and fourth quarters, with their first-half tally standing at 10-17.

The Buffalo Bills, established 65 years ago, have qualified for the league’s championship a total of four times but have yet to claim a Super Bowl title. Nevertheless, they have made the playoffs for the last five consecutive seasons.

When it comes to the competitive history between the Bills and the Cardinals, the two teams have faced each other 13 times since October 31, 1971, with the Bills holding a record of 8 wins and 5 losses. Their most recent matchup prior to this game occurred on November 15, 2020, when the Bills fell 30-32.

Allen demonstrated impressive growth as an offensive leader during this game, successfully avoiding any interceptions. He completed 18 of 23 passes, with his longest throw going for 28 yards, amassing a total of 232 passing yards. His performance included two touchdown passes and two sacks. Allen also collaborated with three teammates on 24 rushing attempts that totaled 91 yards, adding 39 yards on 9 rushing attempts, and scoring two touchdowns himself.

His two touchdown passes, along with two rushing touchdowns, were pivotal in turning the game around for the Bills, showcasing Allen’s crucial role in the team’s comeback victory.

Since entering the league, Allen has played in 95 games, starting 94 of them.