Josh Allen Ranks No. 1 in NFL QB Arm Strength, Decision-Making

Josh Allen of the Buffalo Bills was ranked the No. 1 NFL QB in arm strength, decision-making, and second-reaction ability by ESPN's Dan Orlovsky. Allen finished with 3,668 passing yards, 25 passing touchdowns, 579 rushing yards, and 14 rushing touchdowns last season.

What happened?

Allen's ability to get zip on his throws from uncomfortable positions stands out, according to Orlovsky. "He just flicks his wrist, and the ball is suddenly in his receiver's hands on a rope. Not every QB1 can do that, and yet he does it with consistency." The 2024 MVP made 10 interceptions and lost 3 fumbles last season, but his tape shows an ability to read the defense and avoid getting baited into trouble.

Why it matters for Josh Allen

The Pro Bowler enters this season with 30,102 passing yards, 220 passing touchdowns, 4,721 rushing yards, and 79 career rushing touchdowns. Buffalo went 12-5 last season and lost to the Denver Broncos in the Divisional Round of the 2025 playoffs. Sean McDermott was fired as head coach, and Joe Brady was promoted to head coach.

What comes next?

The Bills had a great offseason, acquiring D.J. Moore from the Chicago Bears and signing Bradley Chubb and C.J. Gardner-Johnson in free agency. Buffalo has yet to reach the Super Bowl in the Allen era. That has to change soon. Otherwise, Allen will never be considered an all-time great.

Key Takeaways:

• Josh Allen ranked No. 1 in arm strength, decision-making, and second-reaction ability by ESPN's Dan Orlovsky.
• Allen finished with 3,668 passing yards, 25 passing touchdowns, 579 rushing yards, and 14 rushing touchdowns last season.
• The Bills had a great offseason, acquiring D.J. Moore and signing Bradley Chubb and C.J. Gardner-Johnson.

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