Buffalo’s quarterback Josh Allen delivered a clutch performance Sunday night in Las Vegas, tying a franchise record with his 258th career touchdown pass and helping the Bills secure a 33‑30 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders. The win moved Buffalo to a 5‑1 record, keeping them firmly in the AFC East race.
Allen’s record‑tying milestone
Allen’s twelve‑yard shovel pass to rookie wide receiver Keon Coleman marked his 258th career touchdown throw, matching Hall of Famer Jim Kelly for the most in Bills history. Allen finished the game with 255 passing yards and two touchdowns, and the Bills committed no turnovers.
Key contributions from the supporting cast
Running back James Cook added 95 rushing yards and a touchdown, while also catching three passes for 58 yards, showcasing his versatility in the Bills’ balanced offense. On the defensive side, Buffalo limited the Raiders to 313 passing yards and forced a crucial on‑side kick recovery late in the fourth quarter.
Raiders’ late surge falls short
Kirk Cousins led the Raiders with 313 passing yards and a 44‑yard touchdown pass that cut the Bills’ lead to three points with under two minutes remaining. However, Buffalo’s defense held firm, and the on‑side kick recovery sealed the win for the Bills.
Looking ahead
The Bills now have a bye week before hosting the Baltimore Ravens on the first Saturday of November. The upcoming stretch will be critical as Buffalo aims to maintain its strong start and position itself for a deep playoff run.
Fans in Buffalo and across the nation will be watching closely as the team builds momentum, with Allen’s record‑tying achievement adding to the excitement surrounding the franchise’s resurgence.
Original reporting: WESB (Bradford) — read the source article.
