Jalen Milroe Could Mirror Josh Allen’s NFL Rise with the Seahawks
Jalen Milroe, known for his speed as a quarterback at Alabama, brings elite athleticism to the NFL with the Seattle Seahawks. While his ability to run is well established, the key question moving forward is how consistently he can deliver accurate short and intermediate throws. He possesses strong arm strength, but his passing mechanics still need refinement.
This situation mirrors the early career of Josh Allen, who entered the league with the Buffalo Bills possessing great physical tools but inconsistent accuracy. As a rookie, Allen completed just 52.8% of his passes and threw more interceptions than touchdowns. However, through dedication and development, Allen significantly improved, becoming an MVP in his seventh NFL season.
Milroe, though slightly smaller than Allen, shares many of the same attributes: a powerful arm, athletic mobility, and the potential to develop into a top-tier quarterback. The question is whether he can follow a similar trajectory, improving each season under strong coaching and with patience from the organization.
Looking at their college careers, the comparisons are notable. Allen threw 28 touchdowns and 15 interceptions in his first year as Wyoming’s starter, but regressed statistically in his final season. Milroe, in his first full season at Alabama, threw 23 touchdowns and only six interceptions. He also regressed in his final year with 16 touchdowns and 11 picks—but maintained a higher quarterback rating while playing in the tougher SEC.
In terms of rushing, Allen averaged 3.2 yards per carry in college and scored 12 rushing touchdowns. Milroe, by contrast, averaged 4.2 yards per carry and scored 32 rushing touchdowns in his final two seasons.
While it’s too early to predict Milroe’s ceiling, the potential is clear. Unlike Allen, Milroe won’t be rushed into a starting role, as Sam Darnold is expected to start for Seattle in 2025. However, with time and development, Milroe could become a Pro Bowl-level quarterback by his third or fourth NFL season.
