Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen has officially dethroned Patrick Mahomes in Albert Breer’s annual executive survey, earning 49 first-place votes to claim the title of the league's consensus QB1 among NFL coaches and front-office decision-makers.

Allen is already demonstrating the merit of this prestigious honor in real-time, significantly impacting a thrilling Week 1 road game at NRG Stadium by dominating Houston's defensive front. Following some offseason skepticism about Buffalo's blockbuster trade for wide receiver DJ Moore, the dynamic pass-catcher quieted critics by catching a 43-yard touchdown pass from Allen, and he also drew a crucial 46-yard pass interference penalty in the end zone, which effectively unlocked Joe Brady's passing scheme.

DJ MOORE GETS HIS FIRST TD AS A BUFFALO BILL 🦬

What a throw by Josh Allen and what a CATCH by Moore!pic.twitter.com/o1I40qyRrm

— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) September 13, 2026

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Highlighting Buffalo’s offensive prowess, Houston Chronicle beat writer Jonathan M. Alexander noted how thoroughly Allen dismantled DeMeco Ryans' defensive strategy during the first half: “The Bills' 24 first-half points are more than they scored against the Texans in 2025 or 2024. Josh Allen has done an excellent job of scrambling to his right to extend plays—something the Texans aimed to neutralize but have been unable to do.”

In addition to his connection with Moore, Allen excelled on the ground, scoring two rushing touchdowns, one from 21 yards out and another from the 1-yard line. By consistently evading defenders to extend broken plays, Allen has effectively utilized Moore's downfield speed, propelling Buffalo to a strong start against one of the league's top defenses.