Josh Allen plays significant snaps in Bills' preseason opener against Panthers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 11:52 AM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Josh Allen saw substantial action in the Buffalo Bills' first preseason game against the Carolina Panthers on August 15, 2026, participating in 15 snaps, which is 22% of the team's total. Head coach Joe Brady followed through on his promise to play healthy players. Allen's performance included one touchdown and 111 passing yards, marking a notable increase in preseason participation compared to previous years, when he did not play at all in the 2025 preseason. The Bills are likely looking to establish offensive rhythm ahead of the regular season with Allen's involvement.
- •Josh Allen played 15 snaps against the Carolina Panthers.
- •He recorded 111 yards and one touchdown on eight passing attempts.
- •Head coach Joe Brady committed to playing all healthy starters.
- •Last preseason, Allen did not play at all, marking this as a significant change.
- •The Bills aim to build offensive rhythm heading into the regular season.
- 11:52 AMYahoo Sports — Josh Allen got way more action in the first preseason game than usual
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