Report: Bills' Josh Allen Appears in Line to Start vs. Vikings; Barkley Not Elevated

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen may be in line to start against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday even though he injured his throwing elbow against the New York Jets.

According to Ian Rapoport, the Bills did not elevate quarterback Matt Barkley from their practice squad. The only quarterbacks who can be used for Buffalo on Sunday are Allen and Case.

Rapoport characterized the non-move as a sign that Allen is going to start.

Rapoport reported Monday that Allen was dealing with an elbow injury, which was bad news.

Ian Rapoport @RapSheet

#Bills QB Josh Allen is likely to be limited this week because of an elbow injury suffered late in Sunday’s loss but as of now it’s considered a situation to monitor rather than an ailment that would keep him out of the game, sources say. He’s still undergoing tests to be sure.

Later in the week, Rapoport gave more information.

Ian Rapoport @RapSheet

From @GMFB: #Bills QB Josh Allen is dealing with a sprained right elbow, sources say, a UCL injury that will limit him this week. While it’s no sure thing that Allen plays vs the #Vikings, belief is it’s an injury he can manage moving forward. How he responds this week is key. pic.twitter.com/86HQb0Kdzz

Allen got in a limited session on Friday after not practicing in the previous days.

In eight games, Allen has completed 64.1% of his passes for 19 touchdown and 2,408 yards. The Bills are off to a great start with aPukiWikiPukiWikiPukiWiki.

The Bills had a good start with a 6-1 record, but they lost to the Jets last week.

Allen will look to hand the Vikings their second loss of the season if he starts well.