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Bills Bench Josh Allen for Week 2 vs Browns

8/25/2026

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Bills Bench Allen

Bills head coach Joe Brady announced quarterback Josh Allen will sit out Week 2 versus the Browns.
Browns coach Todd Monken said starters performing in Thursday’s joint practice would sit out Week 2.
Kyle Allen threw 10 of 12 passes for 128 yards and two touchdowns, securing the No. 2 QB spot.
Bills won 31–7 over the Browns after a weather delay, showcasing backup depth.

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Medical Examiner Rules

Montgomery County medical examiner ruled Oliver’s death an accidental drowning.
Harris County Sheriff’s Office recorded the child was found unresponsive at 7:15 p.m. on June 28.
Matt Parrino said he is a father first, not just a reporter, when condolencing Oliver.
Benjamin Allbright condemned the leak as an entitled intrusion into a two-year-old’s death.
Tony Farmer’s thread sparked criticism of NFL media for delaying the story’s release.

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Bills Bench Allen

Bills head coach Joe Brady announced quarterback Josh Allen will sit out Week 2 versus the Browns.
Browns coach Todd Monken said starters performing in Thursday’s joint practice would sit out Week 2.
Kyle Allen threw 10 of 12 passes for 128 yards and two touchdowns, securing the No. 2 QB spot.
Bills won 31–7 over the Browns after a weather delay, showcasing backup depth.

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