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Josh Allen Set Huge Bills Franchise Record in Week 8 Win

Josh Allen Set Huge Bills Franchise Record in Week 8 Win

Summary

Quarterback Josh Allen set a new franchise record for the Buffalo Bills in their Week 8 victory against the Carolina Panthers, bringing their season record to 5 wins and 3 losses. Allen achieved records by scoring a passing and rushing touchdown in the same game for the 46th time and became the first Bills player with 70 rushing touchdowns. The Bills currently trail the New England Patriots in the AFC East division.

Key Facts

  • The Buffalo Bills beat the Carolina Panthers 40-9 in Week 8 of the NFL season.
  • The Bills improved their season record to 5 wins and 3 losses.
  • Josh Allen set a record for having both a passing and rushing touchdown in 46 games, surpassing Cam Newton's previous record.
  • Allen also became the first player in Buffalo Bills history to score 70 rushing touchdowns.
  • On the season, Allen has 261 rushing yards, 5 rushing touchdowns, 1,560 passing yards, and 12 passing touchdowns.
  • The New England Patriots are currently first in the Bills' division, the AFC East, with a record of 6 wins and 2 losses.
  • The Bills lead the NFL in total rushing yards and are second in rushing touchdowns.
  • Buffalo has not reached the Super Bowl since the 1993 season.
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