As the NFL offseason winds down, Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen has found himself the center of extensive debate and scrutiny. Criticism of Allen is widespread, capturing everything from his past issues with turnovers to the current challenges he faces, including a significantly weakened receiving corps following the departures of key players like Stefon Diggs and Gabe Davis. This leaves Allen without a clear top receiver, stirring further doubts about his upcoming performance.
The skepticism from NFL watchers and analysts continues to grow, with many waiting for Allen to silence his critics with undeniable performance. Among the voices contributing to the conversation is Jason Moore from The Fantasy Footballers Podcast, a leading voice in fantasy football insights. In a recent episode, Moore didn’t hold back on his assessment for Allen’s upcoming season.
Moore’s comments, though framed as a bold prediction, hint at genuine concern for Allen’s prospects. He predicts a significant downturn, labeling it a shift from ‘hero’ to ‘zero.’
According to Moore, several factors contribute to this stark outlook. Key among these is Allen’s end-of-season schedule, which pits him against formidable defenses, including two games against the New England Patriots as well as matchups with the San Francisco 49ers and New York Jets.
Further complicating Allen’s season is the introduction of Joe Brady as offensive coordinator during the last campaign. Moore points out that under Brady’s scheme, Allen’s performance saw a notable decline, evidenced by a drop in his completion percentage and touchdown rate in the final weeks of the previous season. Moore argues that Brady’s strategies in the NFL have often been “figured out” swiftly, which might not bode well for Allen.
Additionally, the depletion of Allen’s receiving options is stark. With Diggs and Davis gone, the Bills see a whopping 284 vacated targets, a gap that will undoubtedly challenge Allen’s ability to maintain his high level of play.
Despite the mounting criticism, many Bills fans still regard Allen as second only to Patrick Mahomes among NFL quarterbacks. The 2024 season looms as a critical test of that belief.
Will Allen adapt and overcome these new hurdles, or will the forecasted regression come to pass? Only the coming season will tell if Allen can defy the critics and reaffirm his status among the NFL’s elite.