Josh Allen on Sabres, fatherhood and foot injury Rochester Democrat and Chronicle April 20, 2026, 4:23 p.m. ET ORCHARD PARK — The Buffalo Bills’ preparations for the NFL Draft and their voluntary training program under new head coach Joe Brady dominated headlines this week, but key team members including quarterback Josh Allen, president/general manager Brandon Beane, and Brady himself turned their attention to the Buffalo Sabres’ historic playoff run. Following the Sabres’ 4-3 overtime victory over the Boston Bruins in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference quarterfinal series, Allen, Beane, and Brady publicly showed their support for the NHL team during separate media sessions on Monday. Allen, who was en route to Buffalo from his offseason home to attend the Bills’ voluntary OTA sessions, wore a Sabres hoodie and cap during his media appearance. Beane and Brady followed suit, with Beane sporting a Sabres-themed outfit and Brady donning a OneBuffalo sweatshirt. Beane, who attended the Sabres’ playoff game with Brady and several Bills players, described the experience as “another level” in Buffalo. “It’s interesting watching a team you’re rooting for, but you didn’t acquire the players or you’re not in charge of anything there. You’re just watching as a fan,” he said. “That’s the first playoff hockey game I’ve ever been to. Everybody says playoff hockey’s different. I would say maybe it’s even another level in Buffalo.” Allen, who missed the Sabres’ game due to being on a flight, shared his excitement about the outcome. “Unfortunately, I wasn’t there last night. I was on a plane, but I landed and obviously the whole plane was going nuts,” he said with a smile. “Got to watch the highlights right after. Talk about electric. That was fun to watch the highlights.#buffalo_bills #josh_allen #brandon_beane #buffalo_sabres #joe_bradley
New father Josh Allen hoping 'dad strength kicks in' as he turns 30 Josh Allen, the Buffalo Bills quarterback and new father, reflected on how becoming a parent has shifted his priorities while maintaining his competitive drive. Allen, whose wife, actress Hailee Steinfeld, gave birth to their daughter earlier this month, emphasized that his desire to win remains unchanged, though his motivation has evolved. "The why I want to do it has changed," Allen said in an interview with the Associated Press. "Now it's to show my family, especially my daughter, how hard you need to work to accomplish something great. As long as I play this game, that's going to be my mindset." Allen, set to turn 30 in a month, expressed confidence that his athletic performance would continue to improve beyond his current age. "I'm not too sure on the science of the athletic peak of a male, but I think it's slightly beyond 30. And then hopefully the dad strength kicks in, right?" he joked, acknowledging the physical and mental adjustments required as he transitions into fatherhood. The past year has been transformative for Allen, marked by both personal and professional changes. In addition to becoming a father, he navigated significant shifts within the Bills organization. Head coach Sean McDermott was fired this offseason, and offensive coordinator Joe Brady was promoted to replace him. Allen, who underwent surgery to remove a broken bone in his right foot earlier this year, has been attending voluntary workouts to support Brady’s efforts to establish a new coaching philosophy. "I wanted to make sure my presence is felt here and relay what Joe has in store for us," Allen said. "It's a new message, new vibe, new guys. And it's been a good change.#buffalo_bills #josh_allen #hailee_steinfeld #joe_bradley #sean_mcdermott
Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld Announce Birth of First Child BUFFALO, N.Y. -- The newest member of the Buffalo Bills' extended family has officially arrived, as quarterback Josh Allen and his wife, actress-singer Hailee Steinfeld, announced the birth of their daughter. The couple did not share the date of birth or the name of their first child, but they revealed the news on Dec. 12, 2025, following their marriage on May 31. Steinfeld, 29, and Allen, also 29, had gone public with their relationship in spring 2023, and Allen proposed to Steinfeld during the Bills' bye week in November 2024. Allen expressed his excitement about becoming a father during a late January interview, shortly after Bills coach Joe Brady was introduced as the team’s new head coach. Speaking about the milestone, Allen emphasized the significance of fatherhood in his life. “I’m very much looking forward to that with my wife, becoming a dad,” he said. “It’s something that I will take with great pride, and we’re going to have to figure things out on the go, just like anything else. But this is the most important thing I’ll ever be in my life, is being a dad. And I know, I love being a football player and I love being a quarterback for the Buffalo Bills, but I’m looking forward to this one.” The couple’s journey to parenthood began with their public relationship announcement in early 2023, which marked a significant shift in their careers. Steinfeld, known for her work in film and music, had previously kept her personal life private, while Allen, a rising star in the NFL, had focused on his football career. Their union brought together two prominent figures in entertainment and sports, drawing attention from fans and media alike.#buffalo_bills #josh_allen #2025_season #hailee_steinfeld #joe_bradley
