Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen is currently dedicating his efforts towards refining his throwing motion. The 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. 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.
Collaborating with Biometrik
Allen is collaborating with Chris Hess from Biometrik, using advanced mapping to track movement patterns. 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 and allows Allen to focus less on mechanics and more on execution. “I wouldn’t call it a complete overhaul of my throwing motion, but definitely some things to work on and clean up,” Allen remarked.
Overcoming Injuries
Allen is handling past injuries, including a right shoulder injury last season, which did alter his throwing motion slightly. His focus is on getting back 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. His commitment to rehabilitation and improvement signifies his dedication to peak performance. It's about fine-tuning his skills to become as efficient and effective as possible.
Adapting to New Teammates
Alongside mechanical adjustments, Allen needs to adapt 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. "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. His leadership and proactive approach aim to ensure a smooth transition within the team dynamics.
A Data-Driven Approach to Improvement
Despite the complexities involved in adjusting his throwing mechanics, Allen remains committed to trusting the data. "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 noted. This patient and systematic approach suggest that Allen is not looking for quick fixes but sustainable and long-term mechanics improvement.
Reflecting on the evolution of his mechanics over the years, Allen commented humorously, "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." His perspective shows an athlete who backs his growth, without shy away from acknowledging where he started.
The refinements in Allen's throwing motion are meticulously aimed at enhancing his performance on the field. His collaboration with Biometrik, coupled with his unyielding perseverance, paints the picture of an athlete committed to excellence. Fans can look forward to seeing an even more polished and precise version of Josh Allen on the field come game time. His journey reflects the intersection of natural talent, advanced technology, and an unwavering dedication to ongoing improvement.