"That's an insult"“The all time murders list”: Josh Allen’s O.J. Simpson comparison sparks backlash as Bills fans draw a controversial line

Josh Allen delivered a performance to remember against the Los Angeles Rams, but a bold comparison from Jason Whitlock has given Buffalo Bills fans something else to debate. After Allen powered his team to a dramatic 37-34 overtime win, Whitlock compared the quarterback to O.J. Simpson, the former Bills running back. The remark quickly became a talking point, with fans weighing in on Allen’s rushing ability, his place in Buffalo history and the criticism surrounding his performances. While some celebrated the comparison, others were far less comfortable with it.Jason Whitlock compares Josh Allen to O.J. Simpson after Bills winAllen put on a show on Monday night, rushing 10 times for 121 yards and a touchdown while completing 12 of 19 passes for 210 yards, one touchdown and one interception. Tyler Bass sealed the victory with a 45-yard field goal in overtime, lifting Buffalo to a 4-1 record.Whitlock shared his verdict on X, writing, “Josh Allen is OJ Simpson in a Bills uniform.”He later defended his argument by pointing to Allen’s size and running power.“I guess when you’re 6-foot-5, 240 pounds, the rules don’t apply, and he can still run the football like O.J. Simpson,” Whitlock said.Whitlock also made an MVP case for Allen, citing his contribution to Buffalo’s offence despite the defence allowing 34 points against the Rams.“If that’s not the MVP, I don’t know who is,” Whitlock said.However, the comparison sparked mixed reactions among fans, who had plenty to say about Allen’s performance and the reference to Simpson.Josh Allen comparison divides Bills fans on social mediaSome fans focused on Allen’s place in Bills history, while others questioned whether the quarterback deserved such praise.One fan highlighted Allen’s rushing achievements, writing, “Josh passed OJ in rushing touchdowns but is still 2 behind OJ on the all time murders list.”Another wrote, "oo sh*t, pray for Hailee Steinfeld then."Another user recalled Simpson’s playing days against New England, saying, “Didn’t OJ play for the Bills? I remember he used to run all over my Patriots.”Allen’s critics also joined the discussion. One commenter pointed to his turnovers, writing, “4 picks in 5 games... he on pace to throw 13-14 this season please shu... Brock is blowing this guy out the water rn”Another fan argued that Allen could improve his decision-making, saying, “They would win more if he could learn to utilize the pocket. Get under center. Freeze the linebackers....”Others pushed back against comparisons involving Simpson. One fan wrote, “Josh won’t be cutting her head off anytime soon, that’s an insult”A separate commenter made their position clear: “Don’t ever compare Our Josh Allen to That man!”Meanwhile, another fan praised the original post, writing, “This may be the greatest tweet of all time about Josh Allen. 🔥🔥🔥 👏🏻👏🏻”One user defended Allen despite concerns about his supporting cast, saying, “Imagine if Allen actually had a receiver that could get separation. Not a Bills fan but how can you not be an Allen fan.”Another fan shared a more straightforward reaction to watching Allen play: “Hell yea... the juice was amazing got to see him play! Great take.....”The debate highlights the strong emotions surrounding Allen, whose explosive running helped Buffalo survive a high-scoring contest. Yet the comparison with Simpson has ensured that the conversation extends well beyond the final score.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.