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“She’s my biggest supporter”: Hailee Steinfeld becomes the hidden force behind Josh Allen’s rise as NFL teammates reveal all

“She’s my biggest supporter”: Hailee Steinfeld becomes the hidden force behind Josh Allen’s rise as NFL teammates reveal all

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Jul 10, 2025, 03:18 IST

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Since dating Hailee Steinfeld, Josh Allen has become calmer and more confident, according to his Buffalo Bills teammates. Christian Benford noted Allen's improved mood, while coach Sean McDermott highlighted his continued composure amidst wedding plans. Public figures like Kelly Clarkson and teammate Dion Dawkins have also observed Steinfeld's positive influence on Allen's focus and stability.

“She’s my biggest supporter”: Hailee Steinfeld becomes the hidden force behind Josh Allen’s rise as NFL teammates reveal all (Image Via X)

Everything changed for Josh Allen when he met Hailee Steinfeld. Fans saw a star quarterback, but now his Buffalo Bills teammates see a different man. They call him calmer, happier, and more confident. Could this shift explain why the Oscar-nominated actress fell for him? In late 2024 and early 2025, teammates and public figures shared stories about Josh Allen’s softer side. These words may hold clues to what drew Hailee Steinfeld in.

What Christian Benford noticed about a calmer, happier Josh Allen

Buffalo Bills defensive back Christian Benford spoke on May 6, 2025. He told reporters that Josh Allen’s mood has noticeably lifted since dating Hailee Steinfeld. According to Christian Benford, Josh Allen looks “happier and more relaxed,” even calling it his “MVP glow” off the field.

Last season, Josh Allen won league MVP and publicly credited Hailee Steinfeld: “She’s my biggest supporter,” he said in December 2024. Head coach Sean McDermott also weighed in on May 27, 2025, saying Josh Allen remains “calm, cool, and collected” even with wedding plans underway. His calmness makes him a strong leader, Sean McDermott added.

Kelly Clarkson and teammate stories add more color

On April 12, 2025, talk show host Kelly Clarkson praised Josh Allen during her show. She called him a “badass motherfucker,” joking that he helped her fantasy football team win.

Kelly Clarkson said she now roots for Buffalo Bills because of him.

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Hailee Steinfeld Dominates Film Charts While Fans Debate If Josh Allen Is Distracted Before NFL SeasonThat same season, teammate Dion Dawkins echoed Christian Benford’s views, saying Hailee Steinfeld’s support gave Josh Allen stability and better focus on the field. In public comments after the AFC Championship loss on January 28, 2025, Hailee Steinfeld said she was proud of Josh Allen’s hard work and effort.These stories from teammates, coaches, and friends paint a picture: Hailee Steinfeld’s support helped Josh Allen find calm and confidence. His teammates noticed it. And that change may be the real reason she fell in love with him.

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