Josh Allen uses smelling salts on sidelines during Bills-Lions game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 4:03 AM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
During the NFL game between the Buffalo Bills and Detroit Lions on September 17, quarterback Josh Allen was seen chewing on smelling salts on the sidelines. The action caught viewers' attention as Allen prepared for his first game at the new Highmark Stadium, where he scored the first touchdown. While the NFL prohibits teams from providing smelling salts, players may bring their own, leading to humorous reactions from fans online.
- •Josh Allen scored the first touchdown at the new Highmark Stadium.
- •He was captured on camera chewing smelling salts during the game.
- •NFL rules ban teams from supplying smelling salts but allow player usage.
- •Fans reacted with surprise and humor to Allen's method.
- 4:03 AMYahoo Sports — Fans Can’t Believe What Josh Allen Did on Sidelines During Bills-Lions Game
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