“So Did I”: Josh Allen Shares He Picked Himself Over Brock Purdy for Bills vs. 49ers Fantasy Football Team

Nidheesh | 02/12/2024
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Fans and analysts who selected Josh Allen in fantasy football were treated to an incredible performance in Week 13 at the Highmark Stadium. The Bills quarterback threw a touchdown, ran for a score, and even tallied a receiving TD against the 49ers to leave a huge impression with a hat-trick.

While Allen wasn’t officially credited with the reception, he did gain seven receiving yards and scored a receiving touchdown.

With the Bills securing a 35-10 win—thanks to Allen’s two touchdowns and 148 yards—fantasy football managers definitely got their money’s worth. 

During his post-game interview with NBC sideline reporter Melissa Stark, Allen revealed that he’s playing fantasy football himself and had chosen to pick himself over Brock Purdy for his team.

Melissa Stark: “And Cris Collinsworth is very excited because he started you on his fantasy team.”

Josh Allen: “I love that. So did I.”

Melissa Stark: “Perfect. Oh, good to hear it.”

Allen bet on himself and didn’t disappoint. Allen’s viral response highlighted his self-confidence, which mirrors his high MVP odds (+150) after the Bills-49ers game. 

Purdy, struggling in the snowy weather, finished with just 94 yards and no touchdowns. Meanwhile, Allen’s remarkable 7-yard touchdown—where he ran and caught the ball himself—amused many, including Patrick Mahomes, who tweeted in response.

With Allen leading the way, the Bills (10-2) are now seen as the biggest threat to the Chiefs (11-1) in the AFC. And if the Bills and Chiefs meet in the Championship game, we can be sure of one thing: Josh Allen knows exactly who to pick for his fantasy team.

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A passionate sports buff, Nidheesh is in his eighth year in the media industry. While he prefers to watch the sport without picking favorite personalities, he loves Tom Brady, Patrick Mahomes, Peyton Manning and Aaron Rodgers - for the intensity and competitiveness they bring into the game. He was a fan of The New England Patriots during The Tom Brady era, and is curiously following Kansas City Chiefs quest to achieve a new dynasty. An avid consumer of podcasts and interviews, Nidheesh enjoys watching The Pat McAfee Show, Colin Cowherd Podcast, Let’s Go Podcast and Omaha Production, led by Peyton Manning. He is also interested in exploring the personal lives of players, to know them better as a human. From Gisele Bündchen to Taylor Swift - He follows what’s up with the celebrities and keeps a track on their journey. Outside work, Nidheesh enjoys watching films, reading good books, listening to his tracklist, traveling to mountains and his most favorite hobby is walking.

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