Great read about #17 and what makes him tick

[ChevyVanMiller]

"I think if I knew how to get over that hump, we would've gotten over that hump already," Allen said. Allen has become all too familiar with the line of questioning as the Bills' quest of reaching the Super Bowl has extended over the years.

 

His seven playoff wins are the most by any quarterback in NFL history without a Super Bowl appearance. Allen is now a winner of the league's MVP award and widely considered one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL.

So, the question comes up often.

 

"... You have to continue to keep giving yourself chances, and I feel like, one thing that I've for sure learned this last offseason is trusting in God's timing. It's never wrong, and when it's meant to happen, it'll happen, and you just got to continue to keep putting yourselves in opportunities where it could happen."

 

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/42445869/buffalo-bills-josh-allen-new-perspective-2025-season

[Nephilim17]

Good article. The following quote I heard him say on TV or in a video and I like it a lot:

"I just want to play football and whatever happens, happens, and focusing more on the process than the results and letting go of that expectation and going out there and just playing to the best of my abilities no matter what and just being where my feet are."

Some may not like it, but I think this is the right way to approach football and life. Focus on the process, not the outcome. That doesn't mean you don't prepare for your ideal outcome, but you're rooted in the moment and what you can control. I think it might help take the edge of anxiousness off some bigger moments, which, ironically, might help achieve the ultimate goal.

He's about halfway through his career and I know I'll never root for another athlete like him so I'm enjoying it all I can. In a decade or so, his generational greatness could just be a memory. We are blessed to have him as a QB and person.

[Big Turk]

30 minutes ago, Nephilim17 said:

Good article. The following quote I heard him say on TV or in a video and I like it a lot:

"I just want to play football and whatever happens, happens, and focusing more on the process than the results and letting go of that expectation and going out there and just playing to the best of my abilities no matter what and just being where my feet are."

Some may not like it, but I think this is the right way to approach football and life. Focus on the process, not the outcome. That doesn't mean you don't prepare for your ideal outcome, but you're rooted in the moment and what you can control. I think it might help take the edge of anxiousness off some bigger moments, which, ironically, might help achieve the ultimate goal.

He's about halfway through his career and I know I'll never root for another athlete like him so I'm enjoying it all I can. In a decade or so, his generational greatness could just be a memory. We are blessed to have him as a QB and person.

 

The outcome is always a result of the process, not the other way around.

 

Like anything in life, many times you have to spend a lot of time putting in the dirty, behind the scenes work to build the foundation before you achieve the ultimate glory 

[SoMAn]

Just for perspective:

Three QBs from one of the greatest QB classes (1983)John Elway, Kelly, and Marino, appeared in 8 losing efforts in super bowls before Elway finally won one in his penultimate, 15th season. Winning again in his final year.

 

side note: the Bills are notorious for losing 4 in a row, but I'd completely forgotten the Elway and the Broncos lost 3 of 4 in the late 80s.

 

Josh is still relatively young for a modern day QB.  I believe Josh, with the right supporting cast, will get to a Super Bowl, and hopefully bring the Lombardi home to Buffalo. Will it happen this year? We'll find out. But, there are 31 other teams with the same dream, and probably at least 8 for which it's a realistic goal. 

 

One thing I'm certain of is that Josh Allen hungers to bring that championship to the people of Buffalo and that he will give 100% to make it happen. 

Edited September 18 by SoMAn

[WotAGuy]

19 minutes ago, Big Turk said:

Like anything in life, many times you have to spend a lot of time putting in the dirty, behind the scenes work to build the foundation before you achieve the ultimate glory 

This summarizes my dating life accurately. 

[Nineforty]

So it's god's fault. What a dick. 

[hondo in seattle]

1 hour ago, Nephilim17 said:

Good article. The following quote I heard him say on TV or in a video and I like it a lot:

"I just want to play football and whatever happens, happens, and focusing more on the process than the results and letting go of that expectation and going out there and just playing to the best of my abilities no matter what and just being where my feet are."

Some may not like it, but I think this is the right way to approach football and life. Focus on the process, not the outcome. That doesn't mean you don't prepare for your ideal outcome, but you're rooted in the moment and what you can control. I think it might help take the edge of anxiousness off some bigger moments, which, ironically, might help achieve the ultimate goal.

He's about halfway through his career and I know I'll never root for another athlete like him so I'm enjoying it all I can. In a decade or so, his generational greatness could just be a memory. We are blessed to have him as a QB and person.

 

Neph, I agree wholeheartedly.

 

Josh reminds me of Coach Lad.  Bob Ladouceur was the legendary head football coach at De La Salle High School in California who won 151 consecutive games, the longest win streak in American sports history.  Amazingly, unlike some other coaches at successful programs, Lad didn't recruit.  He took whatever kids he had and taught them to play hard and execute at an extraordinarily high level.  And he didn't talk about winning.  His culture was centered on personal accountability, meticulous preparation (aka process), and teamwork.  

 

Some quotes...

 

“We never really talked about it (the winning streak) much...I told them to hustle and play to the best of their abilities. And, when we won some games but played poorly, everyone knew not to be satisfied.”

 

“I really don't think you can win 151 games in a row if you're trying to win.”

 

“I looked at football as a vehicle to reveal character.”

 

“It’s not about playing a position. It’s about playing for your friends.”

 

“I am entirely focused on you as a team. I want you to realize your full potential. This has nothing to do with winning.”

 

Edited September 18 by hondo in seattle

[T.E.]

1 hour ago, Nephilim17 said:

"I just want to play football and whatever happens, happens, and focusing more on the process than the results and letting go of that expectation and going out there and just playing to the best of my abilities no matter what and just being where my feet are."

All we can do in life is give it our best shot and let the cards fall where they may. We all worry about things and circumstances that are out of our control, and any effort to eliminate that practice is positive, in my book.

[SoonerBillsFan]

2 hours ago, hondo in seattle said:

 

Neph, I agree wholeheartedly.

 

Josh reminds me of Coach Lad.  Bob Ladouceur was the legendary head football coach at De La Salle High School in California who won 151 consecutive games, the longest win streak in American sports history.  Amazingly, unlike some other coaches at successful programs, Lad didn't recruit.  He took whatever kids he had and taught them to play hard and execute at an extraordinarily high level.  And he didn't talk about winning.  His culture was centered on personal accountability, meticulous preparation (aka process), and teamwork.  

 

Some quotes...

 

“We never really talked about it (the winning streak) much...I told them to hustle and play to the best of their abilities. And, when we won some games but played poorly, everyone knew not to be satisfied.”

 

“I really don't think you can win 151 games in a row if you're trying to win.”

 

“I looked at football as a vehicle to reveal character.”

 

“It’s not about playing a position. It’s about playing for your friends.”

 

“I am entirely focused on you as a team. I want you to realize your full potential. This has nothing to do with winning.”

 

If Josh just keeps trying to be the best he can be,thats all we can ask for from him. We are in really good shape as long as we have him.

[transplantbillsfan]

Good. If there's one guy in the league who I think actually should get a little weight off his shoulders it's Josh Allen.

[Big Turk]

4 hours ago, SoMAn said:

Just for perspective:

Three QBs from one of the greatest QB classes (1983)John Elway, Kelly, and Marino, appeared in 8 losing efforts in super bowls before Elway finally won one in his penultimate, 15th season. Winning again in his final year.

 

side note: the Bills are notorious for losing 4 in a row, but I'd completely forgotten the Elway and the Broncos lost 3 of 4 in the late 80s.

 

Josh is still relatively young for a modern day QB.  I believe Josh, with the right supporting cast, will get to a Super Bowl, and hopefully bring the Lombardi home to Buffalo. Will it happen this year? We'll find out. But, there are 31 other teams with the same dream, and probably at least 8 for which it's a realistic goal. 

 

One thing I'm certain of is that Josh Allen hungers to bring that championship to the people of Buffalo and that he will give 100% to make it happen. 

 

I'd argue really it's only 4 or 5 that's realistic for. Might be realistic for 8 to think they could make it to the SB, but 3-4, would be getting blown out in a laugher most likely.

Edited September 18 by Big Turk

[Billsfanatic8989]

12 minutes ago, Big Turk said:

 

I'd argue really it's only 4 or 5 that's realistic for. Might be realistic for 8 to think they could make it to the SB, but 3-4, would be getting blown out in a laugher most likely.

KC, Baltimore, Buffalo and the Eagles. GB is TBD.

 

I remember a SB winning QB, I forget who, giving a bittersweet detail after winning the SB. He said they spent six months plus together. Went through ups and downs. Formed relationships. They won the SB. Confetti flying. But what now? Now they all part for the offseason. He said he didn't know how to react. 

 

I may feel that way as a Bills fan. Even if they win it all. They are champions. An yes we celebrate for a few days. But no I'll football for 7 months!!

Edited September 18 by Billsfanatic8989

[PromoTheRobot]

5 hours ago, ChevyVanMiller said:

"I think if I knew how to get over that hump, we would've gotten over that hump already," Allen said. Allen has become all too familiar with the line of questioning as the Bills' quest of reaching the Super Bowl has extended over the years.

 

His seven playoff wins are the most by any quarterback in NFL history without a Super Bowl appearance. Allen is now a winner of the league's MVP award and widely considered one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL.

So, the question comes up often.

 

"... You have to continue to keep giving yourself chances, and I feel like, one thing that I've for sure learned this last offseason is trusting in God's timing. It's never wrong, and when it's meant to happen, it'll happen, and you just got to continue to keep putting yourselves in opportunities where it could happen."

 

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/42445869/buffalo-bills-josh-allen-new-perspective-2025-season

 

Josh Allen will never give up. He didn't become who he is by throwing in the towel. Bills fans can follow that example. Let go of the BBFS and have some faith. 

[TBBills Fan]

Mrs. Hailee Steinfeld is the key that has unlocked Josh 

 

I say this with complete sincerity. Next to every successful man is an outstanding woman helping him become the best version of himself 

[Jauronimo]

4 minutes ago, TBBills Fan said:

Mrs. Hailee Steinfeld is the key that has unlocked Josh 

 

I say this with complete sincerity. Next to every successful man is an outstanding woman helping him become the best version of himself 

What about Anderson Cooper? Ever heard of Elton John?

[Big Turk]

3 hours ago, T.E. said:

All we can do in life is give it our best shot and let the cards fall where they may. We all worry about things and circumstances that are out of our control, and any effort to eliminate that practice is positive, in my book.

 

It's exceptionally freeing when you let go of things out of your control and spend all your time focusing on the things you CAN control...and usually leads to far better results...it's almost like a "cheat code" to life.

[TBBills Fan]

55 minutes ago, Jauronimo said:

What about Anderson Cooper? Ever heard of Elton John?

There are always exceptions. There is never an always, so when I say next to EVERY great man, that is a bit of an exaggeration. 

 

Next to MOST great individuals is another individual standing next to them helping them become the best version of themself

 

They also may have a great man standing next to them

 

Love is love Jauronimo. Side note, any plans this weekend? 😘

 

 

[Jauronimo]

2 minutes ago, TBBills Fan said:

There are always exceptions. There is never an always, so when I say next to EVERY great man, that is a bit of an exaggeration. 

 

Next to MOST great individuals is another individual standing next to them helping them become the best version of themself

 

They also may have a great man standing next to them

 

Love is love Jauronimo. Side note, any plans this weekend? 😘

 

 

I just think that quote would be more inclusive with the following tweaks:

 

 Next to many successful men is an outstanding woman helping him become the best version of himself, but behind some great men is another man of unknown quality. And some men are successful without any kind of committed relationships.  Also, some total bums are found next to amazing women too.  Then there's lesbians and thats a whoooooole nother ball game right there that we don't even need to get into. In summary, relationships may or not contribute to success.

[jkeerie]

11 minutes ago, Jauronimo said:

I just think that quote would be more inclusive with the following tweaks:

 

 Next to many successful men is an outstanding woman helping him become the best version of himself, but behind some great men is another man of unknown quality. And some men are successful without any kind of committed relationships.  Also, some total bums are found next to amazing women too.  Then there's lesbians and thats a whoooooole nother ball game right there that we don't even need to get into. In summary, relationships may or not contribute to success.

Leave it to you to take a lovely sentiment and turn it into something unrecognizable.

[Jauronimo]

Just now, jkeerie said:

Leave it to you to take a lovely sentiment and turn it into something unrecognizable.

I'm sorry I spoiled your platitudes with an attempt at humor.

 

Please accept these banalities as a token of my apology:

 

Everything happens for a reason

Never frown because who knows who might be falling in love with your smile.

Shoot for the moon because even if you miss you'll land among the stars.

A mother's love is priceless.

Where's the motherf@#$ing beef?!?