When Josh Allen was selected by the Buffalo Bills as their franchise quarterback, the reception from the Bills Mafia was less than enthusiastic. Over the years, many fans have still doubted the star player despite his outstanding showcase of athleticism, including the one in the 2023 season.
Nevertheless, Bills head coach Sean McDermott remains unfazed by the skepticism surrounding Allen and the Bills team. Rather than seeking to placate critics, McDermott opted to deliver a firm warning to those critics.
Sean McDermott delivers befitting reply to critics
During a recent interview with Tom Pelissero, Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott was direct and candid in his response to skeptics of quarterback Josh Allen and the team’s accomplishments. McDermott confidently dismissed doubters as “narrow-minded,” highlighting the importance of a broader perspective when evaluating the team’s achievements.
“To say we haven’t had success or Josh hasn’t had success, I think would be kind of narrow-minded.”
While the ultimate goal of winning the Super Bowl remains paramount, McDermott stressed the importance of recognizing success beyond a single championship victory. He also boldy recognizes Allen’s pivotal role as the face of the franchise.
“It’s hard to win in the NFL, so you kind of regroup every year, and you take it one game at a time. But we’re all looking for Josh to really be that face of the franchise, like he’s been, and continuing to evolve, like he’s always done.”
With a focus on building a younger, more dynamic roster, the Bills are committed to surrounding the quarterback with top-tier talent to maximize their potential. In line with this vision, the Bills bid farewell to Leonard Floyd and Tyrel Dodson in free agency, per Heavy.com.
Meanwhile, they also extended the contract of Dion Dawkins while giving Taron Johnson the best contract for a nickelback.
Josh Allen 2023 NFL season stats
Quarterback Josh Allen guided the Buffalo Bills to an 11-6 record and the AFC East title at the conclusion of the regular season. He showcased his exceptional passing skills throughout the season, amassing an impressive 4,306 passing yards, 29 touchdown passes, and 18 interceptions.
As Allen and the Bills entered the playoffs with high hopes of securing a Super Bowl victory, their dreams were dashed in a heartbreaking playoff loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. In the game, the star quarterback racked up 186 passing yards, one touchdown, and zero interceptions.
It will remain to be seen if the quarterback can reclaim his and the Bills’ legacy in the upcoming season according to his head coach’s expectations.
