Josh Allen touchdown passes/ Bills crush Jaguars/ Buffalo Bills dominant win/ Josh Allen performance/ Newslooks/ ORCHARD PARK/ N.Y./ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ Josh Allen threw four touchdown passes, leading the Buffalo Bills to a commanding 47-10 win over the struggling Jacksonville Jaguars. Buffalo scored on all five first-half drives, while Jacksonville’s offense faltered under Trevor Lawrence. The Bills improve to 3-0, while the Jaguars remain winless.
Josh Allen’s TD Masterclass Quick Look:
- Josh Allen threw four touchdown passes, surpassing Jim Kelly’s team record with 11 four-TD games.
- The Bills dominated, scoring on all five first-half drives and building a 31-point halftime lead.
- Damar Hamlin recorded his first career interception, contributing to the defensive rout.
- Jacksonville’s Trevor Lawrence struggled, extending his losing streak to eight straight games.
Josh Allen Dominates as Bills Roll Past Jaguars 47-10
Deep Look:
The Buffalo Bills put on a dominant performance on Monday night, crushing the Jacksonville Jaguars 47-10 in Orchard Park. Quarterback Josh Allen had a standout game, throwing four touchdown passes and completing 23 of 30 passes for 263 yards. Buffalo’s offense clicked from the start, scoring touchdowns on all five of their first-half possessions and effectively putting the game out of reach by halftime.
Allen’s precision and leadership were on full display as he spread the ball around, finding nine different receivers in the first half alone. He threw touchdown passes to Dalton Kincaid, Keon Coleman, Khalil Shakir, and Ty Johnson. His 11th career game with four TD passes set a new franchise record, surpassing Hall of Famer Jim Kelly.
“It feels good. I’ll tell you that,” Allen said after the game. He emphasized the team’s focus and urgency coming off a 10-day break since their 31-10 rout of the Miami Dolphins. “We didn’t win it today. We won it in the last 10 days,” Allen said, underscoring the Bills’ preparation.
The Bills’ offensive dominance was matched by their defense, which stifled the Jaguars’ attack, limiting Jacksonville to just 70 yards and five first downs in the first half. Buffalo’s defense also came up with big plays, including Damar Hamlin’s first career interception. Hamlin, who returned to the field this season after suffering cardiac arrest in January 2023, picked off Trevor Lawrence’s overthrown pass and helped set up a 27-yard touchdown pass to Shakir.
“It’s all God,” Hamlin said, reflecting on his journey back to football and the significance of the interception. His story has been an emotional focal point for the team and fans alike.
The Bills’ victory pushed them to a 3-0 record for the first time since 2020. Buffalo has scored over 30 points in each of their first three games, signaling their offensive firepower and defensive prowess.
Jaguars’ Struggles Continue The Jaguars’ season, however, has taken a turn for the worse. Trevor Lawrence struggled once again, finishing 21 of 38 for 178 yards with a touchdown and an interception. Lawrence has now lost eight straight starts dating back to last season, with his last win coming in November 2023.
Jacksonville’s latest defeat follows a string of disappointing performances. Last week, Lawrence voiced his frustrations, bluntly stating, “We suck right now” after an 18-13 loss to the Cleveland Browns. On Monday, the team’s head coach Doug Pederson echoed those sentiments, saying, “It’s really shocking. Very disappointed. You hate to say it, but the reality is we’re not very good right now.”
The Jaguars’ offense couldn’t find its rhythm against Buffalo’s defense. Despite opening the second half with a 6-yard touchdown pass to Brenton Strange, Lawrence’s final two drives ended in failure, resulting in turnovers on downs. He was eventually benched with 7:45 remaining in the game, watching from the sideline as backup quarterback Mac Jones entered. Jones struggled, losing a fumble three plays into his appearance, which led to a 3-yard touchdown run by Ray Davis.
The Jaguars’ defense also failed to contain the Bills, allowing 288 yards and 19 first downs in the first half alone. Jacksonville’s secondary was outmatched by Allen’s passing attack, and they struggled to get off the field on third downs. Buffalo converted 6 of 8 third-down opportunities and both of their fourth-down attempts in the first half.
The defeat leaves the Jaguars winless, and their woes were compounded by mechanical issues with their flight out of Buffalo, delaying the team’s departure.
Buffalo’s Defensive Dominance Buffalo’s defense was equally as dominant as their offense. Von Miller recorded his 126 1/2 career sack, moving into a tie for 17th on the NFL’s all-time sack list with Derrick Thomas. The Bills also forced Jacksonville into multiple third-and-long situations, completely controlling the line of scrimmage and limiting the Jaguars’ playmaking ability.
Buffalo’s 31-point lead at halftime was the third-largest in franchise history and their biggest since a 1992 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. The Bills’ balanced effort on both sides of the ball has them looking like a serious contender in the AFC.
Injury Updates The Jaguars were also hit with several injuries during the game. Cornerback Jarrian Jones left the game early with a shoulder injury, while linebacker Foyesade Oluokun exited with a foot injury. Right tackle Anton Harrison was ruled out with a knee injury, adding to Jacksonville’s growing injury list.
For the Bills, defensive back Cam Lewis briefly left the game to be evaluated for a head injury but later returned.
Looking Ahead The Bills will face their next test on Sunday night when they visit the Baltimore Ravens for their third straight prime-time appearance. The Jaguars, still searching for their first win, travel to Houston to take on the Texans in Week 4.
