Bills Hire Former Penn State QB to Joe Brady's Coaching Staff

Trace McSorley, a former star QB at Penn State, joins the Buffalo Bills to help develop Josh Allen.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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The Buffalo Bills have hired former Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley to join Joe Brady's coaching staff. McSorley, who was previously on the coaching staff at Penn State, will now work with Bills quarterback Josh Allen in an effort to help the young star reach new heights.

Why it matters

The hiring of McSorley, a former college standout, is the latest move by the Bills to surround Josh Allen with experienced coaches who can help develop his skills. As a young quarterback himself, McSorley may be able to provide unique insights to Allen on transitioning from college to the NFL.

The details

Trace McSorley, 30, was a star quarterback at Penn State, holding the school's single-season records for passing yards and touchdowns, as well as the career record for total yards. He was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in 2019 but has not found much success in the NFL, appearing in just 9 games with 1 start. After spending the 2025 season on the Penn State coaching staff, McSorley will now join Joe Brady's staff with the Bills to work closely with Josh Allen.

  • McSorley was previously on the coaching staff at Penn State in 2025.
  • McSorley will now join the Buffalo Bills' coaching staff for the 2026 season.

The players

Trace McSorley

A former star quarterback at Penn State who is now joining the Buffalo Bills' coaching staff to work with Josh Allen.

Josh Allen

The young star quarterback for the Buffalo Bills who will be working closely with new assistant coach Trace McSorley.

Joe Brady

The new head coach of the Buffalo Bills, who has hired Trace McSorley to join his coaching staff.

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What they’re saying

“Trace McSorley is leaving PSU and taking a job with the Bills. The former NFL QB is Joe Brady's latest addition and once again it's from the college ranks— something that's become more and more the trend. He will be an assistant on the offensive staff.”

— Josh Reed, Buffalo TV reporter (X)

What’s next

McSorley will join the Bills' coaching staff for the 2026 NFL season, where he will work closely with quarterback Josh Allen to help develop his skills.

The takeaway

The hiring of former Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley to the Buffalo Bills' coaching staff is the latest move by the team to surround young star Josh Allen with experienced coaches who can help take his game to the next level.