Josh Allen Reveals Foot Surgery, Reflects on Playoff Loss and New Era Under Joe Brady
Josh Allen’s 2025 season ended with a gut-punch of a loss to the Denver Broncos in the Divisional Round - an overtime heartbreaker that saw the Buffalo Bills star throw a game-sealing interception. What we didn’t know at the time?
Allen was battling through more than just playoff pressure. He was playing hurt.
Speaking to reporters on Thursday during a special media availability, Allen revealed he underwent surgery after the season to address a lingering foot injury. The issue, which he aggravated in a Week 16 matchup against the Cleveland Browns, had been nagging him for weeks.
“Obviously, not an ideal situation,” Allen said. “Painful throughout the weeks, but again, on game day, [it's a] different story - just being able to put that to the side and just go out there and play football.”
That’s vintage Allen - the warrior mentality that’s made him one of the league’s most electrifying players. Even with the injury, he made it clear he would’ve suited up again in a heartbeat.
“I’m not even lying - if we had to play a game this week, I would find a way to play,” he added.
The injury news adds a layer of context to what was, by Allen’s standards, a step back from his MVP-caliber 2025 campaign. His playoff-ending pick in Denver wasn’t just a tough break - it became a turning point for the franchise.
That loss ultimately cost head coach Sean McDermott his job after nine seasons at the helm. Allen didn’t shy away from his role in the outcome, showing the kind of accountability that’s earned him respect in the locker room and beyond.
“If I make one more play in Denver, we’re not sitting here right now having this press conference,” Allen said. “We’re probably getting ready to play another game.”
Now, the Bills are entering a new chapter. Offensive coordinator Joe Brady has officially been promoted to head coach, and Allen is all in on the move. The two have built a strong rapport, and Allen spoke glowingly of Brady’s work ethic and passion for the game.
“He is in the building dang near all day, and that’s not going to stop,” Allen said. “He’s going to continue to keep working hard and trying to find ways for our team to be put in successful positions.
And he’s very much driven by that. He loves football, he loves this game, he loves the players - and that’s very evident in our meetings.”
Brady’s promotion signals a desire for continuity on offense, but also a fresh voice leading the team - someone who knows Allen’s strengths and how to build around them. The Bills have been knocking on the door of a Super Bowl for years now. With Allen healthy and Brady at the helm, the organization is banking on this being the combination that finally breaks through.
For now, the focus shifts to the new league year, which officially kicks off on March 11. Expect the Bills to be active - retooling, reloading, and doing everything they can to make sure Allen doesn’t have to carry the load alone.
But make no mistake: as long as No. 17 is under center - even on one foot - Buffalo’s championship window remains wide open.