Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen is optimistic about his recovery timeline following foot surgery this week. The procedure, which took place on Monday morning in Birmingham, Alabama, addressed a broken bone in his right foot, specifically the fifth metatarsal. Allen, who was seen on crutches and in a walking boot during a news conference to introduce new head coach Joe Brady, indicated that he expects to be ready for organized team activities (OTAs) soon.
The 29-year-old signal-caller revealed that the injury was a result of a prior incident that he aggravated during a Week 16 victory against the Cleveland Browns. Despite the pain he experienced in the weeks leading up to surgery, Allen did not miss any games due to the injury. He had to forgo participation in the Pro Bowl Games, citing his condition as a factor. “It”s a little painful right now, but it wasn”t a crazy surgery,” Allen stated. “So not too long . OTAs, I”ll be back and shouldn”t hinder anything.”
The emotional aftermath of the Bills” season ending with an overtime loss to the Denver Broncos in the divisional round is still weighing on Allen. He learned of the firing of coach Sean McDermott through a phone call from team owner Terry Pegula and immediately reached out to McDermott himself. “I”ve got nothing but love and respect for coach McDermott,” he expressed. “The last eight seasons, he”s been through ups and downs with me as a player and a person. We”ve had a lot of success here…”
Allen reflected on the impact of that playoff loss, noting that if he had made one more play during the game in Denver, the outcome might have been different, potentially sparing the team from making significant changes. “I”m still sick to my stomach about how the season ended,” he admitted, though he is gradually coming to terms with reality. He acknowledged the toll that injuries and late-game comebacks took on him emotionally throughout the season.
Despite the disappointment, Allen remains confident in the talent of his team. “I still believe that we had the team to win the Super Bowl, and again, we didn”t make one more play, and that”s pointing the thumb right at me,” he said. He emphasized a focus on personal improvement and leadership as he looks ahead. “Everything moving forward is how do I clean my stuff up? How do I be the best quarterback, the best teammate, the best leader that I can be for the Buffalo Bills moving forward?”
Working alongside Brady, whom he has collaborated with since 2022, Allen is keen to contribute to the team”s success. Brady took over as the full-time head coach after serving as interim offensive coordinator, and Allen was involved in the head coaching interview process, asking tough questions that reflect his commitment to the team. “I truly believe in the direction of this organization, starting from the top,” he stated, expressing his readiness to support Brady in their shared goals.
In addition to his professional aspirations, Allen is also looking forward to a personal milestone, as his wife, Hailee Steinfeld, is expecting their first child. “This is the most important thing I”ll ever be in my life is being a dad,” he shared. “I know I love being a football player and I love being a quarterback for the Buffalo Bills, but I”m looking forward to this one.”
