Is Josh Allen playing today? Bills QB's status explored for Week 18 clash vs Patriots

Josh Allen has been in the spotlight for the Buffalo Bills ahead of their Week 18 clash against the New England Patriots. The quarterback is in contention to win the MVP award and fans want to know if Allen will play in the Bills' regular season finale on Sunday, especially with the Bills being locked in at the No. 2 seed in the AFC.

Is Bills QB Josh Allen playing today vs. Patriots?

Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen - Source: Getty

Barring any late injury or setback, Josh Allen will start against the Patriots on Sunday. The quarterback is active on the Bills roster and is expected to suit up for the Week 18 game. While the Bills are expected to rest many starters, the expectation is that Allen will be on the field to start his 115th game in a row, a streak that dates back to 2018.

Allen popped up on Buffalo's injury report during the week with injuries to his right shoulder and elbow. However, he took part in full practice sessions on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Hence, all signs point toward Allen playing on Sunday, even though many would prefer he avoid the risk of injury.

The Bills selected Allen with the No. 7 pick in the 2018 NFL draft. He got the starting quarterback role during his rookie season and has firmly kept the position ever since.

Allen is a three-time Pro Bowler and has also led the Bills to the playoffs on six occasions, including this season. Allen has a chance of winning the MVP award this season and will want to be clinical against the 3-13 Patriots on Sunday.

How has Bills QB Josh Allen performed this season?

Allen has completed 307 of 483 passes for 3,731 yards and 28 touchdowns, with six interceptions. He has also rushed for 531 yards and 12 touchdowns on 102 carries across 16 games.

Allen has enjoyed a fabulous season thus far and helped the Bills (13-3) clinch the AFC East. The quarterback will now aim to finish the regular season with a win over the Patriots, to carry some more momentum into the postseason.

Here's a look at the TV schedule and live stream details for the Bills-Patriots Week 18 game, where you can catch Allen in action.

• Date: Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025
• Time: 1 p.m. ET
• TV channel: CBS
• Live stream: Paramount+ or Fubo
• Venue: Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts