Josh Allen, a professional football quarterback for the Buffalo Bills, has a net worth of $70 million. He is known for his impressive performances, including leading the Bills to four consecutive division titles from 2020 to 2023 and setting franchise records for single-season passing yards and touchdowns. Allen also made history in 2021-22 by setting an NFL record for the highest passer rating in a single postseason with a rating of 149.0.
Early Life and High School Career
Born on May 21, 1996, in Firebaugh, California, Allen grew up on a 3,000-acre cotton farm. He attended Firebaugh High School, where he was active in football, baseball, and basketball. Despite his success in high school sports, Allen did not receive scholarship offers from Division I schools, leading him to attend Reedley College. His performance at Reedley, where he averaged 285.3 passing yards and 39.4 points per game, earned him scholarships from Eastern Michigan and the University of Wyoming.
College Career at Wyoming
Allen chose Wyoming, where he played from 2015 to 2017. He had a standout season in 2016, throwing for 3,203 yards and 28 touchdowns. After a strong junior season, Allen declared for the 2017 NFL Draft.
NFL Career and Breakout Seasons
In the 2018 NFL Draft, Allen was selected as the seventh general pick by the Buffalo Bills. He signed a four-year, fully guaranteed contract and quickly made an impact in his rookie season, finishing with 2,074 passing yards, 10 touchdowns, and eight rushing touchdowns. Over the next seasons, Allen’s performance continued to improve, with his breakout year in 2020, leading the Bills to a division title and a strong playoff run.
Contract Extension and Earnings
In 2021, Allen earned a six-year, $258 million contract extension, with an average annual salary of $43 million and $150 million in guaranteed money. This massive extension solidified his place as one of the highest-paid quarterbacks in the NFL.
Business Ventures and Endorsements
Beyond football, Allen is also a business-minded individual. He has an interest in golf and is a shareholder in the golf ball manufacturer OnCore Golf Technology. Allen also has endorsement deals with major brands like Nike, Gillette, and others, and he is a spokesperson for the John R. Oishei Children’s Hospital.
Personal Life
Off the field, Allen was in a long-term relationship with Brittany Williams before becoming engaged to actress Hailee Steinfeld in November 2024.
