New York, NY– The NFL’s opening weekend delivered spectacular performances across the AFC, with three standout players earning Player of the Week honors for their exceptional contributions to victory.
Josh Allen: The Comeback King
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen proved once again why he’s among the elite, leading the league in both passing yards (394) and completions (33) while orchestrating one of the most remarkable comebacks in recent memory.
Historic Fourth Quarter Performance
Allen’s fourth-quarter heroics against Baltimore were nothing short of legendary. Trailing by 15 points, he became the first player in NFL history to record at least 250 passing yards and two rushing touchdowns in a single quarter, leading the Bills to a thrilling 41-40 victory.
Allen’s Week 1 Stats:
- 394 passing yards (league-leading)
- 33 completions (league-leading)
- 2 passing touchdowns
- 2 rushing touchdowns
Record-Breaking Achievement
This marks Allen’s 16th career Offensive Player of the Week award – the most by any player since entering the league in 2018. He joins an elite group as just the eighth quarterback in NFL history to win 16 or more Offensive Player of the Week honors.
Foyesade Oluokun: Defensive Dominance
Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Foyesade Oluokun showcased why defense wins championships, registering 10 tackles, a forced fumble, a pass defense, and an interception in the Jaguars’ commanding 26-10 victory over Carolina.
Turnover Machine
Oluokun was the only player in Week 1 to force multiple turnovers, demonstrating the kind of game-changing ability that separates good linebackers from great ones. His third career Player of the Week award also makes him part of exclusive company.
Ivy League Excellence
The Yale graduate joins Harvard’s Ryan Fitzpatrick as one of only two former Ivy League players to earn three or more Player of the Week awards, proving that intelligence and athleticism make a powerful combination.
NFL News:
- J.J. McCarthy Makes Historic Debut: Vikings Quarterback Earns NFC Offensive Player of the Week
- Vikings Make Community Impact with Back-to-School Initiative and All-Abilities Football Clinic
- FedEx Air & Ground NFL Awards Expands Impact with Feeding America Partnership
- NFL and iHeartMedia Unveil Expanded Podcast Network for 2025 Season
Chris Boswell: Clutch Under Pressure
Pittsburgh Steelers kicker Chris Boswell delivered when it mattered most, converting field goals from 56 and 60 yards while going perfect on all four extra-point attempts in Pittsburgh’s nail-biting 34-32 victory over the New York Jets.
Career-Defining Kick
Boswell’s 60-yard field goal – the longest in the NFL during Week 1 and in his career – gave Pittsburgh the lead with under two minutes remaining. It was the kind of pressure kick that defines careers and wins games.
Steelers Legacy
With his fifth Player of the Week award, Boswell surpassed Jeff Reed for the most Special Teams Player of the Week honors by a Steeler, cementing his place in franchise history.
Looking Ahead
These three performances set the tone for what promises to be an exceptional 2025 NFL season. Allen’s comeback ability, Oluokun’s defensive prowess, and Boswell’s clutch kicking remind us why Week 1 is just the beginning of the story.
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