Postgame Handshake Between Josh Allen, Patrick Mahomes Catches Attention

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Cole Sullivan | Last updated Nov 2, 2025 10:40 PM ET

Key Points

The Buffalo Bills defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 28–21 on Sunday.
With the win, Bills quarterback Josh Allen improved to 5–1 against Chiefs star Patrick Mahomes in regular-season matchups.
However, Mahomes still holds the upper hand when it matters most — remaining a perfect 4–0 against Allen in the postseason.

The most anticipated matchup of Week 9 took place on Sunday evening as the Kansas City Chiefs traveled to Highmark Stadium for a showdown with the Buffalo Bills — a familiar rivalry that has defined much of the AFC over recent seasons.

This time, it was Buffalo’s night. The Bills controlled the game from start to finish, and while the Chiefs managed to stay within striking distance, the home team pulled out an impressive 28–21 victory behind a stellar defensive effort and standout performances from Josh Allen and running back James Cook.

Allen was nearly flawless, completing 23 of 26 passes for 273 yards and three total touchdowns, while Cook carried the ball 27 times for 114 yards.

Following the game, Allen made his way to midfield to meet with Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes — a longtime friend off the field and one of his fiercest competitors on it.

Check it out:

the utmost level of respect between @JoshAllenQB & @PatrickMahomes pic.twitter.com/dZbguWypJt
— NFL (@NFL) November 3, 2025

"straight off the bench to the GG. I like that. Respect," a fan said.

Someone else added, "it's the utmost level of respect that makes their battles so compelling. they literally elevate each other every single snap."

Another person wrote, "Props. Gotta love good sportsmanship."

"Love seeing that respect between Allen and Mahomes after the game! Classy move by Josh," one more fan commented.

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) walks off the field after the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Highmark Stadium. Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

With the victory, Josh Allen has now won five consecutive regular-season showdowns against Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs, improving to 5–1 since becoming the Bills’ starter.

However, it’s been a completely different story in the postseason, where Mahomes holds a perfect 4–0 record against Allen and the Bills, with their most recent meeting coming in last season’s AFC Championship Game.

With the loss, Kansas City drops to 5–4 on the season, while Buffalo improves to 6–2, sitting just behind the New England Patriots (7–2) in the AFC East standings.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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