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Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen is currently dedicating his efforts towards refining his throwing motion.
The Pursuit of Perfection
Allen's primary goal is to make his throwing motion as efficient as possible. He is focusing on small adjustments to improve his performance without completely changing his throwing style. Instead, Allen is working on cleaning up areas where he tends to get long with his arm and stride. These adjustments are meant to make his mechanics more streamlined and effective.
Allen is collaborating with Chris Hess from Biometrik, using advanced mapping to track movement patterns. In a recent training session, Allen and Mitch Trubisky threw passes to Chase Claypool and other Bills staff members as cameras tracked their movements. This data-driven approach helps highlight areas for improvement, allowing Allen to focus less on mechanics and more on execution.
Dealing with Injuries
Josh Allen is also handling past injuries, including a right shoulder injury from last season, which altered his throwing motion slightly. His focus now is on getting back to the form he had before the injury. Despite the complexities involved in adjusting his throwing mechanics, Allen remains committed to trusting the data. He acknowledges the road to perfecting his throw is similar to changing a swing in golf, requiring time and perseverance.
"I wouldn’t call it a complete overhaul of my throwing motion, but definitely some things to work on and clean up," Allen said. "You show me the perfect throw, I'll tell you something wrong with it probably."
"The [injuries change] how you throw it just a little bit because your body is shielding itself from pain," Allen added. The determination to regain his pre-injury form underscores his commitment to the sport and to his team.
Adapting to New Teammates
As Allen works on refining his mechanics, he also needs to adjust 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 is crucial. Allen is dedicated to ensuring there's an open line of communication regarding routes and concepts.
"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.
The Road Ahead
Despite the arduous process of fine-tuning his skills, Allen is taking a methodical, data-driven approach to reach peak performance. He adapts to new teammates and maintains open communication, underscoring the collaborative nature of professional football.
"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," Allen noted.
Allen's throwing form has evolved significantly over the years, and he remains committed to continual improvement. "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," he remarked humorously.
Looking Forward
Fans can look forward to seeing an even more polished and precise version of Josh Allen on the field. With his dedication to refining his mechanics and adapting to the evolving team dynamics, Allen appears poised to lead the Buffalo Bills to new heights. His commitment to continual improvement and trust in a data-driven approach will undoubtedly play a crucial role in his future success.