UPDATE: The Buffalo Bills have made headlines with an emphatic 40-9 victory over the Carolina Panthers, marking a critical rebound after a two-game losing streak. This decisive win on October 22, 2023, elevates the Bills’ record to 5-2 and showcases a historic achievement by quarterback Josh Allen.
In a standout performance, Allen broke the record for the most NFL games with at least one rushing and one passing touchdown, surpassing Cam Newton with his 46th game featuring both types of touchdowns. The Bills confirmed this milestone on social media shortly after the game, highlighting Allen’s remarkable prowess.
The action-packed game featured Allen scoring a 1-yard rushing touchdown following an interception by Bills defensive end A.J. Epenesa in the second quarter. He later demonstrated his passing strength with a stunning 54-yard touchdown to receiver Khalil Shakir early in the third quarter, cementing his record-breaking day.
But the excitement didn’t end there. Following his second rushing touchdown, the Bills announced that Allen and running back James Cook have joined the elite ranks of NFL QB/RB duos with multiple games where each player recorded 2+ rushing touchdowns, alongside Titans’ Ryan Tannehill and Derrick Henry.
The Bills dominated the game, leading 40-3 by the end of the third quarter, prompting them to bench their starters in the final period. Allen completed 12 of 19 passes for 163 yards and posted an impressive passer rating of 108.0, as reported by Pro Football Reference and ESPN.
Before the game, Allen addressed the difficult emotions following back-to-back losses, stating, “We got a lot of work to do…This is a team that has a lot of guys that want to do that work.” His determination resonated with fans and teammates alike, underscoring the camaraderie within the squad.
With this victory, the Buffalo Bills not only secured a crucial win but also set the stage for an exciting remainder of the season. Fans will be eagerly watching to see how Allen and his teammates build on this momentum in their upcoming games.
Stay tuned for more updates as the NFL season progresses, and share this remarkable achievement with fellow fans!
