Josh Allen has secured a major contract extension following his MVP-winning season, with the Buffalo Bills rewarding their star quarterback with a $330 million deal, including $250 million in guaranteed money. The new contract extends Allen’s stay with the team through the 2030 season, adding two years to his existing deal.
This extension further cements Allen’s status as one of the highest-paid players in the league and follows his historic MVP win, making him the first Bills player to receive the honor since Thurman Thomas in the 1991 season. Since being drafted seventh overall in 2018, Allen has emerged as one of the NFL’s premier quarterbacks, setting numerous franchise records and leading the Bills to five consecutive AFC East titles and six straight playoff appearances. However, a Super Bowl appearance remains elusive, with Buffalo falling to Kansas City in the AFC Championship Game both in 2020 and this past season.
Beyond securing their franchise quarterback, the Bills have been making additional moves to ensure long-term competitiveness. The contract extension is expected to provide salary cap relief for the team as they enter the new league year, which begins Wednesday. The Bills had been nearing the cap limit, especially after releasing veteran pass rusher Von Miller earlier in the day. In recent weeks, the front office has prioritized retaining its young core, securing edge rusher Greg Rousseau, linebacker Terrel Bernard, and wide receiver Khalil Shakir on four-year extensions.
Meanwhile, the Pittsburgh Steelers made a splash by acquiring wide receiver DK Metcalf from the Seattle Seahawks. In exchange, Seattle will receive at least a second-round draft pick. Metcalf had requested a trade last week, and his departure marks another major shift for the Seahawks, who had already parted ways with longtime receiver Tyler Lockett and traded quarterback Geno Smith to the Las Vegas Raiders.
Metcalf, known for his blend of size and speed at 6-foot-4, has been a consistent deep threat throughout his career, surpassing 900 receiving yards in each of his six seasons. Though his touchdown production dipped in 2024 with just five scores, he remains a dynamic playmaker. The Steelers, who have lacked a top-tier wide receiver since trading Antonio Brown in 2019, are expected to sign Metcalf to a five-year, $150 million contract.
The quarterback situation in Pittsburgh remains unsettled, with Russell Wilson and Justin Fields who helped guide the team to a 10-7 record last season being the most likely options under center. The front office has indicated that all possibilities remain open, suggesting that a competition for the starting role could unfold during training camp.
Additionally, wide receiver Davante Adams has agreed to a two-year contract with the Los Angeles Rams, returning to his home state of California. The deal, which could be worth up to $46 million, signals a transition for the Rams as they move on from Cooper Kupp, the MVP of Super Bowl 56. Adams will now pair with rising star Puka Nacua to form the primary receiving duo for quarterback Matthew Stafford.
One of the NFL’s most consistent receivers, Adams has posted six career 1,000-yard seasons, including five straight entering 2025. He began his career in Green Bay, where he played alongside Aaron Rodgers for eight seasons before spending the last two years in Las Vegas. His addition strengthens an already formidable Rams offense, giving Stafford another elite weapon as the team looks to contend in the NFC.
With these major moves taking shape ahead of the new league year, teams across the NFL are positioning themselves for both immediate success and long-term stability.
