Tomlin picks Josh Allen as the NFL quarterback he'd most want to coach

He cited late-game playmaking with both arm and legs

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 81 min read

RT @PFF: "Who do I wanna coach? I'd take Josh Allen." - Mike Tomlin has vehement praise for the Bills QB1 😤 | @JacCollin Via @PFF on X

What happened: Tomlin said Allen is at his best in critical late-game situations. He credited the Buffalo quarterback's ability to decide plays with his arm and legs, along with an urgency that separates him.

Why it matters: The assessment carries weight after Tomlin's 19 seasons as an NFL head coach and a Super Bowl title. It frames Allen's 2026 evaluation around late-game execution and dual-threat production.

What to watch: Allen's late-game work will remain the standard to watch as Buffalo begins its 2026 schedule.

Sources

@PFF 2026-09-08T11:27:36.149345+00:00

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