Bills QB Josh Allen Undergoes Surgery for Broken Foot

Allen expects to be fully healthy for start of spring practices after late-season injury.

Jan. 29, 2026 at 8:23pm

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Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen revealed that he recently underwent surgery to repair a broken bone in his right foot, an injury he sustained late in the second quarter of a Week 16 win against the Cleveland Browns. Allen played through the injury for the remainder of the season, including the Bills' divisional round playoff loss to the Denver Broncos. He is expected to be fully healthy in time for the start of spring practices.

Why it matters

As the face of the Bills franchise, Allen's health and availability is crucial to the team's success. The injury and subsequent surgery raise questions about his long-term durability, but the team is optimistic he will be ready to go for the start of the 2026 season.

The details

Allen said he broke the fifth metatarsal in his right foot in the late December game against the Browns. He was able to finish that game and the season playing through the injury. Though walking on crutches and wearing a protective boot, Allen said he would have been able to play if the Bills had a game this week.

  • Allen suffered the injury in the second quarter of the Bills' Week 16 game against the Browns on December 21, 2025.
  • The Bills were eliminated from the playoffs with an overtime loss to the Broncos on January 14, 2026.

The players

Josh Allen

The starting quarterback for the Buffalo Bills, who is considered one of the top young quarterbacks in the NFL.

Joe Brady

The new head coach of the Buffalo Bills, recently promoted from offensive coordinator.

Sean McDermott

The former head coach of the Buffalo Bills, who was fired after a nine-year tenure.

Brandon Beane

The general manager of the Buffalo Bills, who indicated the possibility of Allen requiring a procedure to repair the foot injury.

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What they’re saying

“Though walking on crutches and wearing a protective boot on Thursday, Allen said he would have been able to play if Buffalo had a game this week.”

— Josh Allen (newser.com)

What’s next

The Bills will monitor Allen's recovery and expect him to be fully healthy for the start of spring practices.

The takeaway

Allen's injury and subsequent surgery highlight the physical toll of the NFL season, but the Bills are optimistic their star quarterback will be ready to lead the team in 2026 after a brief offseason recovery period.