Patrick Mahomes reacts with three words to Josh Allen’s stunning trick play against 49ers

Buffalo’s iconic snow games are a spectacle like no other, and this Sunday’s clash between the Buffalo Bills and the San Francisco 49ers was no exception. The game, set against the backdrop of a swirling snow storm at Highmark Stadium, turned into a winter wonderland as Josh Allen and the Bills dominated their NFC counterparts in all facets of the game.

The highlight of the evening came in the third quarter, when Josh Allen executed one of the most jaw-dropping plays of the season. In a move that had the NFL world buzzing, Allen threw a seven-yard touchdown pass to himself, completing an audacious lateral that was recorded as a touchdown reception in the league’s official stats.

This remarkable play made Allen just the fourth player in NFL history to throw a touchdown pass to himself, a rare feat that earned the admiration of AFC rival Patrick Mahomes, who was likely watching from home. “That was lit!” Mahomes posted on X, showing his respect for Allen’s incredible athleticism and playmaking ability.

Allen’s performance on Sunday night was nothing short of historic. He became the first quarterback in NFL history to pass, rush, and catch a touchdown in a single game, a feat that’s only been achieved by three other players in NFL history—legendary running backs LaDainian Tomlinson, Walter Payton, and wide receiver David Patten. Allen accounted for three of Buffalo's five touchdowns that evening: a touchdown pass to Mack Hollins, the unbelievable lateral touchdown, and an eight-yard rushing score. His stats for the night included 13 completions on 17 attempts for 148 yards and two passing touchdowns, along with three carries for 18 yards and a rushing touchdown.
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Thanks to Allen’s stellar performance, the Bills have now clinched their fifth consecutive AFC East title and extended their win streak to seven games. The victory also places the team at 10-2, marking just the fifth time in franchise history that the Bills have reached this milestone, and their first since 1991. With the division title secured with five games still to play, Buffalo’s dominance this season is a testament to their resilience and Allen’s growing legacy as one of the league’s elite quarterbacks.