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The "2020 Buffalo Bills Offense Install" under head coach Sean McDermott and offensive coordinator Brian Daboll marked a pivotal evolution for the franchise, transforming the Bills into one of the NFL’s most explosive offenses and laying the groundwork for their 13-3 season and AFC East title—their first since 1995. Entering McDermott’s fourth year and Daboll’s third with quarterback Josh Allen, the 2020 offense shifted from a run-heavy identity to a pass-dominant attack, capitalizing on Allen’s growth and the acquisition of All-Pro wide receiver Stefon Diggs. The Bills ranked second in the NFL in scoring with 31.3 points per game and second in total yards at 396.4 per game, driven by a league-third-ranked passing game averaging 288.8 yards per game. Allen shattered franchise records with 4,544 passing yards, 37 passing touchdowns, and a 107.2 passer rating, while adding 421 rushing yards and 8 rushing touchdowns, earning him a second-place finish in MVP voting.
Daboll’s scheme leaned on an Erhardt-Perkins system, blending spread-option elements with four-wide receiver sets—a departure from prior years—enabled by Diggs’ 127 catches for 1,535 yards and 8 touchdowns, alongside Cole Beasley’s slot reliability and John Brown’s deep threats. The installation process began in a virtual offseason due to COVID-19, with Daboll adapting through Zoom meetings to integrate Diggs and refine Allen’s mechanics, focusing on footwork and decision-making.
Despite a run game that dipped to 107.8 yards per game (20th in the NFL)—led by Devin Singletary and rookie Zack Moss—the offense thrived on tempo and versatility, using pre-snap motion and trick plays like receiver-thrown passes to keep defenses off-balance. Standout performances included a 44-34 win over Seattle, where Allen threw for 415 yards, and a 17-3 playoff victory against Baltimore, showcasing the install’s postseason viability.
McDermott’s defensive background complemented Daboll’s creativity, fostering a collaborative approach that peaked in a 38-24 AFC Championship loss to Kansas City. The 2020 install wasn’t just a schematic triumph—it was a cultural shift, cementing Allen as a superstar and Buffalo as a contender.