NFL Legend Jim Kelly Defends Josh Allen After Adam Schefter’s Critical Remarks That Bills’ Success Is Built on Luck — And Allen’s Calm Response Earns Respect Across the NFL
Buffalo, New York – November 18, 2025
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Just hours after renowned NFL insider Adam Schefter claimed that the Bills’ strong performance this season was built on “luck and referee favoritism,” the NFL world buzzed with reaction. But the attention quickly shifted from Schefter’s remarks to a figure deeply embedded in Buffalo’s football history: Jim Kelly, the Hall-of-Fame quarterback who helped define the franchise’s identity in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
In a nationally-aired statement, Kelly made his position clear:
“Josh Allen isn’t winning because of some lucky break. He’s winning because he’s been preparing for this moment his entire life. This Bills team has earned every bit of success they’ve had—and no one can take that away. We’re not here by chance. We’re here because of hard work, dedication, and execution.”
Kelly, who led the Bills to four consecutive Super Bowl appearances and remains one of the most iconic figures in franchise history, took a definitive stand defending Allen—the young quarterback now carrying Buffalo’s hopes.
He went on to add:
“Josh Allen is not winning because of luck. He’s winning because of hard work, discipline, and execution. Just like I did in my prime, he’s playing smart football. This Bills team is built on preparation, chemistry, and belief in each other. Referees don’t win games, and no amount of TV talk changes what’s happening on that field. We win because we deserve it.”
Kelly’s remarks quickly went viral, with Bills fans flooding social media to support both Kelly’s defense of Allen and the team’s noteworthy success. One fan wrote: “When Jim Kelly speaks, Bills Mafia listens.”
Kelly didn’t stop there. In a follow-up comment that rapidly became a rallying cry in Buffalo, he added:
“Some people sit in studios and talk about quarterbacks. Others, like Josh, carry the weight of an entire franchise. There’s a big difference between the two.”
That statement struck a chord among Buffalo’s faithful, and the hashtag #KellyBacksAllen began trending among Bills supporters.
Meanwhile, Josh Allen himself remained composed amid the noise. At a team media availability during a bye week, Allen was asked about Schefter’s remarks. With calm assurance, he replied:
“I don’t let outside opinions get to me. I know how hard this team works and the effort we put in. If people think we’re winning because of luck, they should watch the film. We’re playing for Buffalo—and that’s all that matters.”
Allen’s composed response only served to strengthen his reputation as a rising leader, and his poise in the face of criticism resonated deeply with Bills Nation. As one fan put it: “This is our QB1. Adam Schefter talks. Josh Allen proves.”
With Bills Nation rallying behind Allen, Kelly’s words became a symbol of legacy supporting the present. With that backing, the criticism quickly faded into the background. Buffalo now moves forward with renewed energy, preparing for the rest of the season with the confidence that they have both the talent and leadership to go all the way.
From the cold banks of the Buffalo terrain to the farthest corners of Bills Mafia, the message was clear: “Let them talk. We will keep winning.”
And for Bills fans, this victory is not just in the stats—but in the way a leader like Josh Allen has handled the pressure, supported by the legacy of Jim Kelly.
The latest playoff picture shows the Ravens circling the Steelers like sharks
A little over a month ago, the Baltimore Ravens were in the middle of a full-on collapse. At 1-5, it looked like their season was already over. Some people were even calling for Head Coach John Harbaugh to be fired
Over the last four games, Baltimore has quietly worked its way back into playoff conversations. Heading into Week 12, the Ravens are just one game behind the Pittsburgh Steelers in the race for the AFC North title. With two games remaining against their heated rivals, they have their sights set on reclaiming the division throne.
According to the latest playoff odds, it’s only a matter of time before the Ravens pass the Steelers by.
Playoff odds show Ravens are expected to steal playoff spot from Steelers
A quick look at the AFC playoff picture shows that the field is starting to take shape. Per the league website, the Denver Broncos, New England Patriots, Indianapolis Colts, and Buffalo Bills all have at least a 90% chance to make it to the postseason. A few other teams are hovering around 60% with a significant chance to get in.
But the battle between the Ravens and Steelers isn't what it seems. While the Steelers sit in first place in the AFC North and would be the fourth seed in the conference if the postseason started today, they only have a 39% chance to make it to Wild Card weekend. Meanwhile, the Ravens have a 77% chance to get in, by far the highest mark for any team currently outside of the field. According to this model, Baltimore's rise to the top of the division is almost inevitable.
Those odds might seem outlandish at first glance, but they line up with the rest of the Ravens' schedule. Over the next three weeks, Baltimore plays the New York Jets, the Cincinnati Bengals, and the Steelers. All three games are at home. They'll be overwhelming favorites in the first two, especially if Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is still sidelined. Then, if they can beat the Steelers, they'll take sole possession of first place in the division. From that point, it's just a matter of holding off the rest of their AFC North rivals for a few weeks.
The Ravens' season may have been on the brink just a short time ago, but they're now in control of their own destiny. If these odds are any indication, Steelers fans should be terrified and Ravens fans should rejoice.
