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    Bills' Allen vs. Jets' Rodgers in QB Showdown

    By Austin Givan,

    7 hours ago

    The Buffalo Bills are set for a high-stakes divisional matchup against the New York Jets, with star quarterbacks Josh Allen and Aaron Rodgers taking center stage. Both teams come into Week 6 searching for answers, as the Bills look to snap a two-game losing streak, while the Jets hope to find stability after a turbulent start to their season.

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    Buffalo started strong at 3-0, but back-to-back losses have raised questions about their form. Allen, typically known for his dual-threat ability and strong arm, struggled in last week's defeat, completing just 9 of 30 passes for 131 yards. Meanwhile, the Jets are dealing with coaching upheaval, having fired their head coach and handed offensive play-calling duties to the quarterbacks coach in an attempt to right the ship.

    As the Bills prepare for this crucial AFC East clash, much of the focus will be on the head-to-head matchup between Allen and Rodgers. While Rodgers has historically held the edge, leading 2-1 in regular-season games against Allen, both quarterbacks have something to prove this week. Allen has amassed 23,648 passing yards and 175 touchdowns across his 99 career games, while Rodgers, with over 60,000 passing yards and 482 touchdowns in 236 games, boasts a more decorated résumé.

    Rodgers, a four-time NFL MVP with 10 Pro Bowl selections and a Super Bowl ring, has struggled in 2024, including a recent three-interception game. Allen, with two Pro Bowls and one All-Pro selection, is still chasing his first Super Bowl ring but remains one of the league’s most exciting playmakers, leading all quarterbacks in rushing touchdowns with 55 in his career.

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    As the Bills aim to retain the top spot in the AFC East, and the Jets look to gain momentum under their reshuffled coaching staff, this matchup could come down to which quarterback finds their form first. Will Allen shake off his recent slump, or will Rodgers remind everyone why he’s one of the greatest of all time?

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