Josh Allen Played Through Broken Foot, Now Focused on Recovery
Buffalo Bills star quarterback Josh Allen was recently seen on crutches and wearing a walking boot, fueling concern among fans and media but the situation now has clarity after confirmation of a recent surgery to repair a broken bone in his foot.
The 29-year-old signal-caller appeared in a walking boot and using crutches at the Bills’ introductory press conference for new head coach Joe Brady, drawing immediate attention from the NFL world. Allen confirmed to reporters that he had surgery on a broken bone in his right foot earlier this week.
Details of the Injury and Surgery
Allen’s injury dates back to late in the regular season, when he suffered a broken fifth metatarsal in his right foot during the Bills’ Week 16 win over the Cleveland Browns on Dec. 21. Despite the fracture, Allen played through the injury for the remainder of the season, including Buffalo’s playoff win and divisional round loss to the Denver Broncos.
According to reports, the procedure was to address that fracture described as either a fifth-metatarsal avulsion or related break and was deemed necessary now that the season had ended. Allen walked into the press conference with apparent discomfort but will not be sidelined for the long term.
Recovery Timeline and Outlook
Medical and league sources suggest the recovery timetable for this type of procedure is about eight to 10 weeks, which would put Allen on track to participate in spring activities and offseason programs without significant delay.
Allen himself has been candid about the situation, indicating that while the injury was painful toward the end of the season, he would have played even if the Bills had another game to play. This toughness has been a hallmark of his career, which includes a long streak of consecutive starts and a reputation as one of the NFL’s toughest quarterbacks.
Fan Reaction and Team Context
The sight of Allen in a boot and on crutches understandably sparked concern among Buffalo’s passionate fanbase. Social media reactions ranged from worry about the severity of the injury to admiration for Allen’s willingness to play through pain.
His presence at Brady’s introductory press conference also underscored the franchise’s confidence in his recovery and long-term role, especially as the Bills embark on a new coaching era after parting ways with former head coach Sean McDermott.
What’s Next for Allen and the Bills
With surgery now complete and a clear path toward full recovery, the expectation is that Allen will be ready for offseason workouts and spring practices. That’s vital for the Bills as they look to rebound from a hard-fought season that ended in playoff disappointment.
For now, the focus will be on rehabilitation and hitting key offseason milestones, ensuring that Buffalo’s franchise quarterback enters the 2026 campaign at full strength.
Source: Yahoo Sports
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