ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Bills quarterback Josh Allen will showcase a special piece of fan-designed gear at Thursday night's home game against the Miami Dolphins.

As part of his ongoing partnership with Oishei Children's Hospital, Allen will wear a custom-designed 9FORTY Billustration Team Cap created by 15-year-old MaKenzie, a patient living with sickle cell anemia.

MaKenzie was diagnosed with the severe blood disorder shortly after birth, but has not let it deter her dreams. Inspired by her hematology team at OCH, she hopes to become a nurse specializing in cardiac care.

Outside of her health battles, she enjoys playing flag football.

The game falls during September, which is Sickle Cell Awareness Month, making the moment especially meaningful for MaKenzie.

At the start of the game, All

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