Bills Introduce Joe Brady as New Head Coach

ESPN reporter Alaina Getzenberg shares details on the Bills' new coaching hire.

Jan. 29, 2026 at 6:47pm

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The Buffalo Bills have announced the hiring of Joe Brady as their new head coach. Brady, a former offensive coordinator for the Carolina Panthers, is taking over the Bills' head coaching duties after the team parted ways with their previous head coach earlier this offseason.

Why it matters

The Bills are a perennial playoff contender in the AFC, and their choice of head coach will have a significant impact on the team's performance and future outlook. Brady is considered an up-and-coming offensive mind in the NFL, and his ability to develop quarterback Josh Allen and the Bills' offense will be crucial to the team's success.

The details

The 33-year-old Brady previously served as the offensive coordinator for the Carolina Panthers from 2020-2022. Prior to that, he was the passing game coordinator and wide receivers coach for the LSU Tigers, helping lead the team to a national championship in 2019. The Bills are hoping Brady can replicate that offensive success at the NFL level and take their offense to new heights.

  • The Bills announced Joe Brady as their new head coach on January 29, 2026.

The players

Joe Brady

The 33-year-old is the new head coach of the Buffalo Bills, taking over after previously serving as the offensive coordinator for the Carolina Panthers.

Josh Allen

The Bills' starting quarterback, whose development will be crucial to the team's success under new head coach Joe Brady.

Alaina Getzenberg

An ESPN reporter covering the Buffalo Bills and their coaching change.

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What they’re saying

“Joe Brady is an exciting young mind in the NFL, and we're thrilled to have him leading our team going forward.”

— Brandon Beane, Bills General Manager (ESPN)

What’s next

The Bills will hold a press conference on Monday, February 3rd to formally introduce Joe Brady as the team's new head coach.

The takeaway

The Bills are betting on Joe Brady's offensive acumen to take their team to the next level and compete for a Super Bowl championship. His ability to develop Josh Allen and the Bills' offense will be critical to the team's success in the coming years.