Josh Allen injury update: New details emerge after quarterback appears to favor injured knee

Josh Allen walked away from Buffalo’s Week 3 win over the Los Angeles Chargers without leaving the field, but a late hit to his left knee has created plenty of questions ahead of the Bills’ next game. The quarterback continued playing after the contact and even took another designed run, yet video later showed him limping. A sports doctor believes the Bills may be downplaying the issue, while other medical experts have offered a less concerning view. Allen’s practice participation this week should provide the clearest indication of whether the injury could affect Sunday’s meeting with New England.Josh Allen’s knee injury sparks medical debateThe incident happened with 9:46 remaining in the fourth quarter at Highmark Stadium. Allen scrambled for eight yards before a defender struck the outside of his left knee.He stayed in the game and ran another play on Buffalo’s following possession. The quarterback appeared less comfortable afterward, however, and footage from the locker room showed him wincing while stepping backward.Dr. Jesse Morse believes the footage points toward a possible bone bruise and MCL sprain. He suggested the injury could range from mild to moderate, with the severity determining whether Allen needs a knee sleeve or potentially misses time.“Josh Allen, probably a mild left bone bruise, maybe mild MCL. Not really concerned about it at all, but for betting purposes, it’s worthy of discussion, at least admitting that it’s there. They probably won’t admit it, but that’s okay,” Morse said in a video posted to X Tuesday morning.Morse also questioned the Bills’ public messaging after coach Joe Brady said the team would “see how Allen progresses the next couple days” and described Allen as “always a little sore the day after the game.”Bills await official Josh Allen injury updateMorse is not the only medical voice discussing Allen’s knee, but his assessment is not universally shared. Former NFL team physician Dr. David Chao described the injury as a contusion and said he saw no significant ligament damage. Dr. Ribu Thomas reached a similar conclusion, with both expecting Allen to play.Allen’s history also offers context. Since missing games as a rookie with an elbow injury in 2018, he has started 125 straight games, giving him the NFL’s longest active starting streak at quarterback.The 30-year-old has also played through several injuries during his career, including a hand issue, a shoulder stinger and a fractured right foot last season.Allen has opened the 2026 season with 786 passing yards and five touchdowns through three games. The Bills are now waiting for Wednesday’s official practice report, which should offer the first formal update on his availability.For Buffalo, the timing matters. The Bills are preparing to face the New England Patriots in Week 4, and Allen’s practice workload will likely draw close attention as the matchup approaches.Stay updated with the latest Asian Games 2026 news, check the Asian Games medal tally and complete Asian Games schedule.Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.