Josh Allen dominates with 6 touchdowns as Bills crush Buccaneers 44-32

Josh Allen made NFL history on November 16, torching the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with 6 total touchdowns. The Buffalo Bills dominated 44-32 at Highmark Stadium. Allen became the only QB ever with multiple games of 3 passing & 3 rushing TDs. The Bills soared to 7-3 with an explosive home victory.

What Happened: Allen’s Record-Breaking Performance

Josh Allen put on an absolutely dominant show against Tampa Bay. He threw for 3 touchdowns and rushed for 3 more in the 44-32 victory. This marked an unprecedented achievement in NFL history. Never before has a quarterback posted multiple games with this exact stat line.

Allen’s passing touchdowns went for 43 yards to Tyrell Shavers, 52 yards to Ty Johnson, and 25 yards to James Cook. Each scoring pass exceeded 25 yards. According to the Bills official records, this was Allen’s first career game with three or more pass touchdowns of 25-plus yards. He rushed for scores from 2 yards, 5 yards, and 9 yards.

“Josh Allen makes NFL history, back-and-forth battle + more” – Buffalo Bills Official Game Recap

The game featured 7 lead changes overall. Tampa Bay fought back repeatedly with Baker Mayfield throwing touchdown passes and Sean Tucker running for 2 scores. But Allen’s combination of arm talent and rushing ability ultimately proved unstoppable in the fourth quarter.

Why This Matters: Allen’s MVP Case Strengthens

This performance vaults Josh Allen directly into the 2025 MVP conversation. Allen now has 28 combined passing and rushing touchdowns through just 10 games. This represents his most prolific start to any season in his career. He had only 21 combined TDs through 10 games last season.

Before this game, Allen was a distant fourth in MVP odds at +475. Matthew Stafford led the race, followed by Drake Maye. But Allen’s historic 6-TD game immediately catapulted him back into serious contention. According to recent analysis, Allen now sits third in MVP odds with significantly improved chances. The Bills’ 4-0 home record against Tampa Bay also showcases home dominance for contract negotiations and playoff seeding.

For Buffalo fans, this outcome was pure dominance. The Bills scored 28+ points in all seven wins this season. They’re averaging over 30 points per game against NFC opponents since 2023. Allen’s multi-dimensional attack keeps defensive coordinators up at night when planning for the Bills’ spread offense.

The Details: Breaking Down The Historic Game

The Bills and Buccaneers combined for one of the most exciting shootouts of the 2025 NFL season. Here’s how the scoring unfolded across all four quarters:

Quarter	Scoring Sequence
Q1	TB FG (3-0), Buffalo TD (7-3)
Q2	TB TD (7-10), BUF TD x2 (21-10), TB TD (21-17)
Q3	TB TD (21-26), BUF FG (24-26), BUF TD (31-26)
Q4	TB TD (31-32), BUF TD x2 (44-32)

Allen’s arm strength was on full display throughout. His 43-yard TD to Shavers showed precision on the deep ball. The 52-yard scoring pass to Ty Johnson came from the left sideline, where Johnson shook a defender. James Cook’s 25-yard receiving score in the third quarter gave Buffalo the lead after a Cole Bishop interception near the goal line.

On the ground, Allen simply overpowered at crucial moments. His rushing scores came on third-down conversions and goal-line situations where his dual-threat nature made him nearly impossible to defend. Coach Sean McDermott reached his 100th career win in his first nine seasons—only the sixth head coach ever to do so.

What To Watch For: Allen’s Milestone Pursuits

Several historical records came into focus this Sunday:

• Allen now has 75 career rushing TDs, tying Cam Newton‘s all-time QB record
• One more rushing score breaks the record outright
• Allen became the 5th QB with 90 wins in first eight seasons
• 6-TD games remain extraordinarily rare in NFL history
• Next test comes Thursday, Nov. 20 at Houston Texans with playoff implications

The Bills face the Texans this Thursday night at 8:15 p.m. EST. That matchup carries immense weight for playoff positioning. With 10 games remaining, the Bills can still stake their MVP claim. Allen’s consistency and ceiling have clearly impressed voters. Watch for him to pursue Cam Newton’s QB rushing record eagerly over these final weeks.

Does Allen Have the MVP Edge Now?

Josh Allen absolutely made his case for MVP consideration this Sunday. The combination of 3 passing TDs and 3 rushing TDs in one game is historically rare. Matthew Stafford remains the betting favorite, but Allen’s momentum is undeniable. His yards per attempt stand at a career-high 8.0+ yards per throw. He’s completing over 65% of his passes while maintaining his lethal rushing threat.

For casual fans wondering about the MVP race: Allen is absolutely back in the conversation. With eight weeks left, a few more spectacular performances could swing voter sentiment his direction. Against Texas tomorrow night, expect the Bills to continue their aggressive approach. Will Allen break Cam Newton’s rushing TD record before season’s end? That storyline alone keeps him firmly in the MVP narrative. The Bills visit Houston Thursday at 8:15 p.m. EST for another prime-time opportunity.

Sources

• Buffalo Bills – Official game recap and milestones
• NFL.com – Player stats and historical records
• ESPN – MVP odds and power rankings