Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen is dedicating his efforts towards refining his throwing motion. His primary goal is to make his throwing motion as efficient as possible by focusing on small adjustments that improve his performance without completely overhauling his style.
Refinement Over Reinvention
Allen is concentrating on cleaning up areas where he tends to overextend with his arm and stride. These adjustments aim to make his mechanics more streamlined and effective. By focusing on these small tweaks, Allen hopes to improve his game while maintaining the essence of his natural throwing style.
Collaborative Efforts
To achieve this, Allen is working closely with Chris Hess from Biometrik, utilizing advanced mapping technology to track his movement patterns. This data-driven approach aids in identifying areas for improvement, allowing Allen to concentrate less on mechanics and more on execution on the field.
Recently, Allen and Mitch Trubisky participated in a session where they threw passes to Chase Claypool and other Bills staff members as cameras tracked their movements. Such sessions provide valuable data that highlight specific aspects of Allen's throwing motion that require refinement.
Handling Past Injuries
Last season, Allen dealt with a right shoulder injury that slightly altered his throwing motion. His current focus is on returning to the form he had before the injury. "The [injuries change] how you throw it just a little bit because your body is shielding itself from pain," Allen explained. Recovering his previous form is crucial for his continued success on the field.
Adjusting to New Teammates
Another challenge Allen faces is adjusting to new faces in the offense. With Khalil Shakir being the only previously targeted receiver still in the lineup, maintaining communication during the summer break and training camp becomes paramount. Allen is dedicated to ensuring open lines of communication regarding routes and concepts to build chemistry with his new receivers.
"Making sure that we're gonna meet during the summer break that we have here, and then in the training camp, just make sure that we're talking and have an open line of communication with routes and concepts," Allen emphasized.
Trusting the Process
Despite the complexities involved in adjusting his throwing mechanics, Allen remains committed to trusting the data and the process. He acknowledges that perfecting his throw is similar to changing a golf swing; it requires time and perseverance. "It's just like changing your swing in golf, as long as you're trusting it and you keep working on it, each and every day, results will come," he stated.
Allen’s throwing form has evolved significantly over the years, and he continues to strive for continual improvement. "You show me the perfect throw, I'll tell you something wrong with it probably," he remarked, illustrating his relentless drive for perfection.
A Methodical Approach
Allen is taking a methodical, data-driven approach to reach peak performance. By adapting to new teammates and maintaining open communication, he aims to hone his skills to become as efficient and effective as possible on the field.
"Who's that throwing the ball? And it's me. It's kind of gross to look at it sometimes, but I don't think it's as gross anymore," Allen said, reflecting on his progress.
Fans can look forward to seeing an even more polished and precise version of Josh Allen on the field this upcoming season. With his dedicated approach to refining his mechanics and building chemistry with new receivers, Allen is set to continue his ascent as one of the NFL's top quarterbacks, showcasing improved efficiency and performance.