The Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen delivered one of the most astounding performances in NFL recent history during a Sunday night showdown against the Baltimore Ravens. Allen threw for an incredible 251 passing yards in the fourth quarter alone, just one yard shy of the NFL record for the most passing yards in a single quarter.
Allen completed 16 of 21 passes in the final quarter, throwing one touchdown pass and rushing for two more touchdowns as he orchestrated a stunning 41-40 comeback victory in the 2025 NFL season opener. The record of 252 yards in a single quarter belongs to both Tom Brady and Boomer Esiason, making Allen’s near-record achievement historic in its own right[1][4].
The staggering fourth-quarter performance exceeded the total passing yards of 21 starting quarterbacks during Week 1, emphasizing Allen’s dominant and clutch play when it mattered most[2]. His ability to produce such offense late in the game was instrumental in overcoming a resilient Ravens defense.
Despite his heroic display, Allen was quick to share the credit with his teammates, highlighting the collective effort behind the win. “Well, it took everybody there. Just proud of our team for staying in it, no one on the sideline blinked,” Allen said in his postgame press conference[1][5].
The turnaround was remarkable as Buffalo scored 16 unanswered points late in the game to shock Baltimore. This victory underscores the Bills’ offensive potential this season, spearheaded by Allen’s extraordinary ability to perform under pressure[4][5].
This performance adds to Allen’s consistent status as one of the league’s premier quarterbacks and sets a tone of excitement for the Bills’ fanbase, with hopes running high for another strong campaign. With talents like Allen leading the way, Buffalo appears poised to remain a fierce contender in the AFC.