To secure Josh Allen in the 2018 NFL Draft, the Buffalo Bills took significant risks and later signed him to a major extension. Despite the team’s success with Allen and ongoing commitment from the front office, some analysts speculate about the possibility of the Bills trading the Pro Bowler. A recent trade proposal from a CBS Sports host suggests that the Bills could trade Allen to the Chicago Bears for two first-round draft picks, but this idea has drawn pushback from Bills fans. The proposal appears unlikely, as the trade compensation is out of line with other recent deals of similar stature, such as when the Seattle Seahawks traded Russell Wilson for two first-round and two second-round picks, along with two proven players.
A fan on X pointed out that Buffalo is $33 million over the salary cap at the start of the offseason, and trading Allen would increase that number to $85 million. The fan suggested that the team would need to release every player with a positive cap savings number and fill the roster with minimum contract players and undrafted free agents. While some have speculated about trading Allen, including Evan Roberts of WFAN’s “Evan and Tiki,” it is unlikely due to the commitment from Buffalo’s general manager, Brandon Beane. Beane has acknowledged the risks he took in drafting Allen and recognizes that it was an all-or-nothing move. Nathan Dougherty, a sports reporter for Heavy.com, covers the Buffalo Bills and Detroit Lions.
