Overview

• On July 29 at the Bills’ Pittsford training camp, Allen stopped signing autographs for young fans to remove his hat and shake hands with U.S. military service members.
• Known as the 2024 NFL MVP and winner of the 2024–2025 Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award, Allen has repeatedly used his platform to honor military personnel.
• The gesture underscores his commitment to civic leadership beyond the playing field, mirroring past tributes to service members and support for team staffers.
• In March, Allen secured a six-year, $330 million extension that emphasized team success and salary cap flexibility, cementing his role as a franchise cornerstone.
• Allen and the Bills open the season at home against the Baltimore Ravens on September 7 in Sunday Night Football.