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Bills HC Sean McDermott provides important Josh Allen update ahead of preseason clash with Bears

The Buffalo Bills enter the 2025 NFL season with high expectations, and fans are eager to see Josh Allen in action. But will he suit up for their Week 2 preseason game against the Chicago Bears?

Sean McDermott, HC for the Buffalo Bills
© Getty ImagesSean McDermott, HC for the Buffalo Bills

Week 2 of the 2025 NFL preseason is here. The Buffalo Bills will face the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field, with many fans wondering whether Josh Allen will take the field against the NFC North club.

Entering the 2025 NFL season, the Bills are regarded as one of the strongest contenders to win the Super Bowl. Their offense is led by a spectacular quarterback in Josh Allen, who continues to be the centerpiece of Buffalo’s success.

Many fans are eager to see Josh Allen in action. However, few starters play in the preseason, and HC Sean McDermott has revealed whether the quarterback will suit up this week.

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Sean McDermott gives update on Josh Allen ahead of Bears matchup

Josh Allen has become one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL. Team success remains elusive for the Bills, but the signal-caller is determined to bring a Super Bowl to Buffalo.

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Allen’s skill set is unique. He combines strong accuracy with mobility despite his imposing frame, which often makes people mistake him for a pure pocket passer.

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Ahead of the 2025 NFL season, expectations for Allen and the Bills are sky-high. Many fans want to see him play, but they may have to wait a little longer.

Sean McDermott revealed that Allen is part of the team’s plans for the Week 2 preseason game against the Bears. Still, it is not fully confirmed whether he will play.

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Quarterback Josh Allen #17 of the Buffalo Bills wears the jersey of teammate wide receiver Stefon Diggs #14 during warms up before the start of the Bills and New England Patriots game at Gillette Stadium on December 01, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.

“In Josh’s case, [we’re] really using practice to see where he’s at and how he feels,” HC Sean McDermott said. “And I’m giving him some ownership as well, which I think is important. He knows by now what he needs to be ready.”

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The Bills don’t want to risk an injury to their star quarterback in a meaningless preseason contest. Allen may see a few reps, but as a proven veteran, he has nothing to prove in August.

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After the Tom Brady and Bill Belichick era ended in New England, the Bills regained control of the AFC East. Buffalo is expected to remain on top, but the race could get tougher this year.

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Josh Allen’s Bills and the Saints are after a 2x Super Bowl champion with Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes’ Chiefs

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The Dolphins closed out 2024 strong and, if they stay healthy, could be a real threat to the Bills in 2025. The AFC East will be very tough this year.

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