UPDATE: The Buffalo Bills dominated the Carolina Panthers with a staggering 40-9 victory on October 22, 2023, marking a significant turnaround after a two-game losing streak. This commanding win elevates the Bills’ record to 5-2 and highlights a remarkable achievement by quarterback Josh Allen, who just set a new NFL record.
In a thrilling display at home, Allen surpassed Cam Newton for the most games in NFL history with both a rushing and passing touchdown. The record-breaking moment came during the game when Allen scored a 1-yard rushing touchdown following an interception by defensive end A.J. Epenesa. He later added a 54-yard passing touchdown to receiver Khalil Shakir, solidifying his place in NFL history.
The Bills’ official account on X confirmed Allen’s remarkable feat, stating he now holds the record with 46 games, eclipsing Newton’s previous mark of 45.
The records didn’t stop there. Following Allen’s second rushing touchdown, the Bills announced via social media that he and running back James Cook joined the elite ranks of NFL duos. They became only the second QB/RB pairing, alongside Titans’ Ryan Tannehill and Derrick Henry, to each achieve multiple games with 2+ rushing touchdowns.
With a commanding lead of 40-3, the Bills benched their starters in the second half, securing their victory with Allen completing 12 of 19 passes for 163 yards and a passer rating of 108.0 according to ESPN data.
Earlier this week, Allen expressed the team’s determination to bounce back after their bye week, saying, “Listen, we got a lot of work to do… But this is a team that has a lot of guys that want to do that work, that care for each other.” The Bills are looking to build on this momentum as they prepare for their next matchup.
As fans celebrate this historic day, the Bills’ performance underscores their potential as they strive for a deep playoff run this season. Stay tuned for more updates on the Bills and Josh Allen as they continue their quest for NFL supremacy.