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Josh Allen matches Manning, Mahomes with MVP-caliber performance

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 5:20 AM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Josh Allen matches Manning, Mahomes with MVP-caliber performance

Summary

Josh Allen led the Buffalo Bills to a 41-31 victory over the Detroit Lions in their new stadium on September 17, 2026. In his season's opening games, Allen is the third quarterback to record nine or more touchdowns and zero turnovers in the first two games. The performance echoes the starts of Patrick Mahomes in 2018 and Peyton Manning in 2013, both of whom won MVP in their respective seasons. Allen now has a week off before facing the Los Angeles Chargers at home on September 24.

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By the Numbers

•Buffalo Bills score 41 against Detroit Lions
•Josh Allen passes for three touchdowns and rushes for two
•Allen is third QB with nine TDs and zero turnovers in first two games
•Next game against Los Angeles Chargers on September 24

Latest Updates

5:20 AMYahoo Sports — Bills news: Josh Allen is on MVP track after joining Peyton Manning, Patrick Mahomes company
4:17 AMYahoo Sports — Josh Allen equals Peyton Manning, Patrick Mahomes with MVP-worthy start

What they're saying

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Josh Allen is out for blood again this season . After another colossal collapse in the postseason, the Buffalo Bills quarterback is ready to lead his team to that ever-elusive Super Bowl. Through the last two games, Allen has left destruction behind him. His performances to start the year set him up to potentially win another MVP award. According […] The post Bills news: Josh Allen is on MVP track after joining Peyton Manning, Patrick Mahomes company appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports