Buffalo Bills coach Sean McDermott confirmed that star quarterback Josh Allen will not practice Tuesday, citing a sore right foot that surfaced after the team’s 23-20 win over Cleveland.
Walk-Through Decision
The Bills were already slated to hold a walk-through session on Tuesday. Coach McDermott said the decision to hold the walk-through was made before the franchise clinched its seventh straight playoff berth with the Indianapolis Colts’ loss to San Francisco on Monday night.
Injury Details
Allen was hurt during the second-quarter scramble in the final minute of the game, when he caught his foot in the turf. Tests taken during halftime were negative, and he finished the game without missing a snap.
Allen’s Performance and Stats
The reigning AP NFL MVP is second in the league with 37 total touchdowns. He has not missed a start since missing four games with an injury to his throwing elbow during his rookie season in 2018. Allen’s 120-game streak of consecutive regular-season starts is the NFL’s longest active run among quarterbacks.
Upcoming Game
McDermott said Allen experienced no setbacks since being hurt and anticipates the quarterback playing Sunday, when the Bills (11-4) host the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles (10-5).
Practice Schedule
Allen was scheduled to address reporters following practice. McDermott added that it was too early to determine whether Allen would practice on Wednesday.
Key Takeaways
- Josh Allen will miss Tuesday practice due to a sore right foot.
- The Bills still plan a walk-through on Tuesday and expect Allen to play Sunday.
- Allen’s 120-game start streak remains the longest active quarterback run in the NFL.
The Bills’ decision underscores the importance of keeping their star quarterback healthy for the crucial upcoming game against the Eagles while still maintaining a rigorous training schedule.
