Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen sparked debate during Monday’s Wild Card Round win over the Pittsburgh Steelers with a controversial move in a 52-yard touchdown run. After initially appearing to slide, Allen re-accelerated, scoring a touchdown and prompting discussions about the legality of fake slides in the NFL.

By the Numbers
  • Josh Allen's touchdown run was for 52 yards, the second-longest touchdown run by a quarterback in NFL postseason history.
  • Allen accounted for all four touchdowns in Buffalo’s 31-17 win, throwing for three touchdowns and running for the other.
State of Play
  • All eyes are on the NFL's response to the fake slide controversy, with fans calling for a rule change to disallow such moves in the future.
  • This incident has brought the NCAA's previous rule change, which made the fake slide illegal, into focus as a potential model for the NFL to follow.
What's Next

The NFL's decision on the fake slide controversy could have a significant impact not only on player tactics but also on the dynamics of future games and the postseason.

Bottom Line

Josh Allen's controversial touchdown run has ignited discussions around the legality of fake slides in the NFL, prompting calls for potential rule changes and highlighting the broader impact of such tactics on the game.