Josh Allen 'Angry' With Reporter Who Leaked News Of Teammate's Son's Death

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen said he was “sad and angry” after a reporter leaked news about the death of Ed Oliver’s two-year-old son, according to Allen’s comments following a preseason game against the Cleveland Browns. Allen said he appreciated those who knew the information but kept it private, and he directed his criticism at the reporter who shared it publicly. He emphasized that his job, as a teammate, is to support Oliver during an extremely difficult time, adding that there’s nothing anyone can say to improve the situation beyond being there in whatever ways Oliver needs. The article also notes Allen’s broader pattern of defending teammates from media intrusion and includes comparison to Marshawn Lynch’s past remarks about reporters.