In 2023, Jaguars edge rusher Josh Allen played under the final year of his rookie contract and had an outstanding season, recording a career-high 17.5 sacks. His performance led to him securing a long-term contract extension with Jacksonville during the offseason. However, Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson mentioned that the real test for a player who has a breakout season is whether they can sustain that level of play in the future. While some players struggle to match their success after signing a big contract, others continue to perform at a high level.
Josh Allen, who attended mandatory minicamp after training on his own during the offseason, is determined to be among those who maintain their success. He considers this upcoming season to be personal and is confident in his ability to elevate his game. Allen emphasized that he has figured out what works best for him and is focused on improving mentally, physically, and emotionally. He believes that he is in a stronger mental space than ever before and is committed to building on his success from the previous season.
Looking ahead, Josh Allen has set ambitious goals for himself, including winning the Defensive Player of the Year award and helping the Jaguars secure a Super Bowl victory. Achieving either of these goals would demonstrate the wisdom of his new contract and could greatly benefit the team’s chances of success. Allen’s determination to maintain his success and push himself to new heights bodes well for the Jaguars as they prepare for the upcoming season.