Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen delivered an extraordinary performance in the 2024 NFL season, a campaign that saw him secure the prestigious MVP award. His leadership and incredible skill set helped guide the Bills to a remarkable 13-4 record and an offense that ranked second in the league in scoring. Despite his dominance, Pro Football Focus (PFF) surprised many by excluding him from their top-five rankings, placing Allen at No. 6—behind quarterbacks Joe Burrow (No. 4) and Lamar Jackson (No. 1).
Josh Allen’s impressive 2024 season
Josh Allen's 2024 campaign was nothing short of phenomenal. Leading the Buffalo Bills to a 13-4 record, he orchestrated an offense that averaged 30.9 points per game, the second-best in the NFL. His leadership was crucial in securing the division title for the Bills, with the team clinching the top spot early in the season.
Allen's ability to minimize turnovers, a recurring issue in previous years, was one of the key aspects of his growth. In 2024, he recorded a career-low six interceptions and just 11 total turnovers.
This marked improvement in decision-making, coupled with his signature playmaking ability, made Allen a more efficient and dangerous quarterback. His aggressive style remained intact, but he eliminated the risky throws that often resulted in turnovers.
In fact, only five of his 17 regular-season games featured an interception, and he remained flawless in ball security throughout the Bills’ three playoff games.
PFF's surprising ranking
Despite his stellar season, Pro Football Focus ranked Josh Allen No. 6 in their top-101 list, trailing both Burrow and Jackson. PFF's evaluation noted Allen's outstanding performance, stating,
Allen earned his first NFL MVP award by ranking third among qualified quarterbacks in PFF grade and leading that group with a 93.6 rushing grade and 43 big-time throws.
He also became the first quarterback in PFF history to achieve a 90.0-plus grade for five consecutive seasons, surpassing Tom Brady’s four-year streak from 2015 to 2018. Additionally, Allen posted a career-low 2.6% turnover-worthy play rate.
While Allen’s statistics demonstrate his dominance both as a passer and a runner, PFF’s ranking considered various other metrics where Burrow and Jackson excelled, which influenced their final placements.
Looking ahead: Buffalo’s Super Bowl contention
Although Allen did not secure the top spot in PFF’s rankings, his 2024 season was still one of the most impressive of his career. His growth as a smarter, more disciplined quarterback makes the Buffalo Bills a serious contender for the 2025 season. With the MVP leading the charge, the Bills are poised to pursue the ultimate prize: a Super Bowl victory.
As the offseason progresses, all eyes will be on Allen and the Bills as they look to build on their momentum and take their game to new heights. The road to a championship is long, but with Allen at the helm, the Bills have a strong foundation for success.