Joe Brady promoted to Bills head coach, but was it the right move?
Release Date: 01/27/2026
Bills big takeaways from NFL Combine
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The Buffalo Bills and the rest of the NFL have descended upon Indianapolis for the NFL Scouting Combine. Kevin Carroll and Andy Young talk about the big takeaways from Brandon Beane and Joe Brady, including a re-worked contract for Spencer Brown, contract talks with Connor McGovern and David Edwards, what can Keon Coleman do to improve in Year 3, the hiring of John Fox as a senior assistant, the salary cap, the NFL Draft and more.
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All-star offseason roundtable: What big moves are next for Bills in 2026?
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Major changes are happening for the Buffalo Bills in 2026, so what's next? Spectrum News 1's Andy Young is joined by an all-star lineup of analysts and reporters: WGR's Sal Capaccio, New York Upstate's Matt Parrino, ESPN's Alaina Getzenberg and NFL analyst Chris Trapasso. The crew will discuss moves GM Brandon Beane needs to make this offseason to get to a Super Bowl, how new head coach Joe Brady and his staff should attack, players trades, free agents, surprise releases, draft picks and more. How will they reshape the defense under Jim Leonhard? Talking points include Josh Allen, James Cook,...
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Bills introduce new coordinators
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The Buffalo Bills introduced the team's new coordinators on Thursday. Pete Carmichael (offensive coordinator), Jim Leonhard (defensive coordinator) and Jeff Rodgers (special teams coordinator). The trio hired by new head coach Joe Brady brings in new ideas, the ability to teach the game and more. Kevin Carroll and Andy Young dive into what each new coach brings to the team in 2026. The guys also take a look ahead to this week's Super Bowl between the Patriots and Seahawks. All that and more on the latest Buffalo End Zone podcast.
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Joe Brady introduced as Bills head coach
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Joe Brady has been introduced as the Buffalo Bills' new head coach. What are his plans with the team? How can they get past the playoff wall? What role did Josh Allen play in the team's decision? Also, players' thoughts on the move after Sean McDermott was fired. Kevin Carroll and Andy Young with all that and more on the latest Buffalo End Zone podcast.
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Joe Brady promoted to Bills head coach, but was it the right move?
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The Buffalo Bills have agreed to make Joe Brady their next head coach, a promotion from his position as offensive coordinator after firing Sean McDermott. Was it the right move to stay in-house after interviewing nine candidates? How much input did Josh Allen have on the decision? Kevin Carroll and Andy Young discuss the fallout from the move by owner Terry Pegula and President of Football Ops Brandon Beane in search of a Super Bowl. Talking points also include James Cook, wide receivers, Keon Coleman, Bobby Babich, Brian Daboll, Klint Kubiak, Davis Webb, Nate Scheelhasse, Mike McDaniel,...
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Pegula, Beane meet with media after McDermott firing
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Bills owner Terry Pegula and General Manager/President Brandon Beane met with the media to discuss the team moving on from head coach Sean McDermott. Pegula said he made the decision after visiting the locker room following the loss in Denver. The team had hit a playoff wall under McDermott. Quarterback Josh Allen was made aware after the fact. Beane takes exception to the idea that he used a power move to get rid of McDermott. The search for a new head coach is now underway, plenty of Keon Coleman talk and more on the latest Buffalo End Zone podcast.
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Was it the right move? Bills fire McDermott, promote Beane
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The Buffalo Bills have fired Sean McDermott. As the head coach since 2017, McDermott helped the Bills break a 17-year playoff drought, draft Josh Allen and went 8-8 in the postseason, winning five AFC East titles. The team also promoted GM Brandon Beane to president of football operations. Kevin Carroll and Andy Young discuss McDermott's time with the Bills and what's next for the team on the latest Buffalo End Zone podcast.
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5 turnovers, officiating lead to Bills 33-30 OT loss to Broncos
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The Bills turned the ball over five times (four by Josh Allen and one by James Cook) on their way to losing to the Broncos 33-30 in overtime of the divisional round on Saturday. Allen also threw for 283 yards and two touchdowns, and Cook added 117 yards rushing. Questionable officiating also played a role with a couple of calls that went against the Bills in overtime. The season is now over, with a lot to address this spring. Kevin Carroll looks at the game and more on the latest Buffalo End Zone podcast.
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Can battered Bills topple top-seed Broncos?
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The Buffalo Bills take on the top-seeded Denver Broncos on Saturday in an AFC Divisional Round playoff showdown. The Bills are beat up physically, with wide receivers Gabe Davis and Tyrell Shavers both suffering season-ending knee injuries in last weekend's win over the Jaguars. Can Josh Allen and Co. rise to the occasion for a trip to the AFC Championship game? Kevin Carroll and Andy Young break down the matchup on the latest Buffalo End Zone podcast. Talking points include Sean McDermott, Josh Allen, James Cook, Keon Coleman, Curtis Samuel, Mecole Hardman, Ed Oliver, Maxwell Hairston, Bo...
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Bills pick up 27-24 win in Jacksonville to advance in AFC playoffs
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The Bills go on the road and beat the Jaguars in Jacksonville 27-24 to advance to the AFC divisional round. It's the first playoff win on the road of the Josh Allen era. Allen finished with 273 yards passing and scored with two rushing touchdowns while James Cook was kept in check with just 46 yards on 15 carries. The defense came up big when it was need including two interceptions - one to lock it up late. Kevin Carroll and Andy Young with all that and more on the latest Buffalo End Zone podcast.
info_outlineThe Buffalo Bills have agreed to make Joe Brady their next head coach, a promotion from his position as offensive coordinator after firing Sean McDermott. Was it the right move to stay in-house after interviewing nine candidates? How much input did Josh Allen have on the decision? Kevin Carroll and Andy Young discuss the fallout from the move by owner Terry Pegula and President of Football Ops Brandon Beane in search of a Super Bowl. Talking points also include James Cook, wide receivers, Keon Coleman, Bobby Babich, Brian Daboll, Klint Kubiak, Davis Webb, Nate Scheelhasse, Mike McDaniel, Anthony Weaver, Anthony Lynn, Grant Udinski, Phillip Rivers and more.