​As Josh Allen heads into his ninth NFL season, his focus remains squarely on football even as he considers what life after his playing days might look like. Though he is under contract with the Buffalo Bills through 2030, the quarterback has already admitted that retirement-related thoughts have crossed his mind. Speaking on the CNBC Sports podcast, Allen disclosed that broadcasting is a path he could realistically pursue after his football career ends.
He emphasized, however, that he would pursue such a role only under the right conditions. “I do think it would be cool if you can keep it from a strictly broadcasting angle,” Allen told Alex Sherman of CNBC, via Pro Football Talk. “When players go from players to journalists and say certain things that they hated people saying about them, I think that’s where it gets a little murky for me.” Rather than chasing sensational stories or pressing uncomfortable questions, Allen envisions the job as a way to break down the game itself. He believes an analyst can highlight mistakes and strategic choices without veering into unfair criticism.
His extensive time under center would give him the perspective needed to explain decisions and schemes in real time. Still, the idea remains on his radar, and he is weighing both sides before making any commitment. “I do think that it would be something I would entertain. I can’t say for sure ‘yes’ or for sure ‘no’ right now, because I do go back and forth on it. But yeah, I’d have to put some more thought into it,” he said.
If Allen ultimately enters television, he would likely follow a path trod by several other elite quarterbacks. Tom Brady, Matt Ryan, Tony Romo, Troy Aikman, and Drew Brees built successful broadcasting careers after their playing days, while Dan Marino, Boomer Esiason, Robert Griffin III, and Terry Bradshaw found lasting homes in studio work. For now, though, his focus remains on another deep playoff run with the Bills. The franchise is entering a fresh chapter under head coach Joe Brady, and the front office has spent the offseason adding talent around its franchise quarterback.
Following Allen’s 2024 MVP season, Buffalo sought to bolster support for him as they moved through the regular season and into the playoffs. The signal-caller remains in his prime and, entering the new campaign, is once again viewed as a legitimate MVP contender. Last year, he completed 69.3 percent of his passes, going 319-for-460 for 3,668 yards, with 25 touchdowns and 10 interceptions. According to PFN’s QB Impact Metric, he posted an impact score of 80.3, ranking ninth in the league.
The Bills will report to training camp on July 21, signaling the start of a new chapter as they prepare for the upcoming season and the ongoing pursuit of more postseason success. With Allen at the helm, Buffalo aims to build on last year’s momentum while maintaining a sharp focus on the competitive goals that define their franchise. If the season unfolds as anticipated, the query of life after football could grow louder, but for now, Allen remains committed to maximizing his on-field impact while keeping one eye on a potential broadcasting future.