As the Buffalo Bills packed up for the offseason following their heartbreaking playoff exit, offensive coordinator Joe Brady was already on to his next chapter - or at least exploring the possibilities. Brady interviewed for three NFL head coaching jobs over the weekend, a sign that his stock around the league continues to rise after a strong second half of the season calling plays in Buffalo.
Brady, who took over the Bills' offense midseason, helped revive a unit that had been sputtering early on. Under his guidance, the offense found rhythm, balance, and most importantly, results. And while the season ended in disappointment - a 33-30 loss to the Denver Broncos in the AFC Divisional Round - Brady’s work didn’t go unnoticed.
The Bills officially granted him permission to interview with the Atlanta Falcons, Los Angeles Chargers, and Seattle Seahawks. All three teams are looking for a fresh offensive mind to lead their next era, and Brady, still just 36, fits the mold of the modern NFL head coach: young, creative, and quarterback-friendly.
In Buffalo, Brady’s impact was immediate. He brought a more structured, efficient approach to the offense, emphasizing run-pass balance and simplifying reads for Josh Allen without dulling the quarterback’s playmaking instincts.
The result? A late-season surge that helped the Bills rip off a string of wins and claim the AFC East title.
Players responded to Brady’s style, too. His communication, attention to detail, and ability to adjust on the fly earned praise in the locker room. That kind of leadership tends to catch the eye of front offices across the league - especially those trying to develop young quarterbacks or retool underperforming offenses.
Sunday’s locker cleanout at Highmark Stadium felt like the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. While players reflected on the narrow loss to Denver - one that included a highly debated officiating decision and a final defensive stand that came up short - Brady’s name was already circulating in coaching circles.
What happens next remains to be seen. The Falcons, Chargers, and Seahawks are all in different stages of their rebuilds or retools.
Atlanta boasts a strong defense and a young core but needs a quarterback. The Chargers have Justin Herbert and a roster built to win now but need a coach who can maximize that potential.
Seattle, meanwhile, is coming off a transition year and looking for someone to steer the ship post-Pete Carroll.
Brady’s interviews reportedly went well, and while no decision has been made yet, there’s a real chance the Bills will be looking for a new offensive coordinator sooner rather than later.
For now, the Bills’ coaching staff remains intact, but the winds of change are blowing. If Brady lands a head coaching job, it would mark a significant step in his career and leave Buffalo with another big decision to make this offseason - one that could shape the next phase of Josh Allen’s development and the team’s offensive identity.
The Bills, like every team eliminated from the playoffs, now enter a period of reflection and recalibration. But as the dust settles on the 2025 season, it’s clear that Joe Brady’s future - whether in Buffalo or elsewhere - is one of the most compelling storylines to watch.