​Josh Allen is always looking to stay one step ahead, not just on the football field but away from it as well. The NFL star has been trading in his speed and precision for the potential of a future in broadcasting once his playing days come to a close. The Buffalo Bills quarterback, now 30 years old, remains in the prime of his career and recently earned the NFL MVP award for the 2024 season. He continues to chase the franchise’s first Super Bowl title, a trophy that has eluded the Bills as a club, even as Allen continues to perform at an elite level.
Even with the possibility of another decade on the field, Allen acknowledges that it’s never too early to start contemplating life after football. In a conversation with CNBC’s Alex Sherman, the quarterback revealed that he would be open to the idea of entering broadcasting when his playing days are over, though he doesn’t claim to have it all figured out just yet. “I would entertain it,” Allen said, noting that his interest lies in more than a pure game-calling role. “I think it would be cool if you could approach it from a strictly broadcasting angle.” He cautioned that crossing the line into punditry or journalism could become tricky if former players end up commenting on aspects of the game they may have previously criticized. Still, he added that the broadcasting path is something he would consider, though he’s not ready to commit either way.
“I can’t say for sure, yes or no right now, because I go back and forth on it. But I’d have to put some more thought into it,” he explained. The decision, he emphasized, requires careful consideration rather than a quick commitment.
Allen is not the first elite NFL player to explore a post-retirement job in the broadcast booth. Across broadcasting networks, it’s common to see former players and coaches providing analysis alongside play-by-play voices. The ranks of well-known quarterbacks who have made lucrative, high-profile transitions into TV roles are long and notable. Tony Romo, Troy Aikman, and Tom Brady are among the most visible, highly compensated voices in today’s sports-coverage landscape.
This offseason, Russell Wilson became part of the broadcast world as well, joining CBS Sports as a studio analyst. Wilson’s foray into commentary is sometimes viewed as an appealing route for players who prefer real-time analysis and critique from a studio set rather than the on-field demands of playing. For Allen, that pathway may still be a possibility, but it isn’t a decision he feels compelled to make immediately. He has a long career ahead to weigh the options, test the waters, and decide how to translate his on-field leadership and football IQ into a meaningful, enduring presence off the field.
As the 2024 season—and whatever future seasons lie ahead—unfold, Allen remains focused on continuing to win at football and to grow as a leader on his team. The question of a broadcasting career is in the back of his mind, but right now he’s prioritizing the next game, the next play, and the next opportunity to bring another strong campaign to Buffalo. Whether that means a future in the booth or a continued ascent on the gridiron, Allen’s curiosity about life after football is a reflection of his ambition, his awareness of his public persona, and his desire to stay connected to the sport he loves in the years to come. This report originally appeared in USA TODAY, highlighting Allen’s openness to exploring broadcasting after his NFL career ends, while acknowledging that the ultimate decision will come with time, consideration, and a clear view of what he hopes to achieve beyond the field.