The NFL coaching carousel is spinning at full tilt, but in New York, the Giants are already off the ride. They made their move early, locking in John Harbaugh as their next head coach-a major hire that sent a ripple through the league and gave their fan base a rare moment to exhale. While other franchises scramble, the Giants are sitting back, watching the chaos unfold.
One of the biggest shockwaves hit this morning when the Buffalo Bills made the stunning decision to part ways with Sean McDermott. It’s a move that few saw coming, especially given McDermott’s consistent success in Buffalo. But now that the job is open, the Bills are reportedly eyeing a familiar face: Brian Daboll.
Daboll’s name immediately jumps to the top of the list for one reason-his connection to Josh Allen. The two worked together during Allen’s formative years in the league, and it’s no stretch to say Daboll helped mold the quarterback into the MVP-caliber player he is today. That kind of bond doesn’t just fade, and it gives Daboll a real shot at returning to Buffalo, whether as head coach or offensive coordinator.
Let’s not forget, Daboll spent four seasons calling plays for Allen, guiding him from raw prospect to one of the NFL’s most dynamic quarterbacks. His fingerprints are all over Allen’s development, especially in the way the Bills tailored their offense to maximize his dual-threat ability. Daboll’s scheme gave Allen the freedom to grow, and the results speak for themselves.
Now, after a rocky stint as the Giants’ head coach, Daboll may be better positioned to return to what he does best-designing offenses and mentoring quarterbacks. While he could be in line for a head coaching interview out of respect for his past success, his most natural fit might be back in the OC role, where he’s proven he can elevate talent and run a high-powered attack.
There’s also the possibility that Daboll could reunite with the Bills under a defensive-minded head coach like Robert Saleh, or even work alongside Joe Brady if the current OC is promoted to the top job. That pairing would be intriguing-two offensive minds who know the system, the personnel, and most importantly, how to get the best out of Josh Allen. But there’s a catch: bringing in Daboll could mean Brady is on the way out, and that’s a decision the Bills will have to weigh carefully.
Regardless of the direction Buffalo takes, one thing is clear: Brian Daboll is a central figure in their coaching search. He’s a proven commodity with deep ties to the franchise and a track record of success with their most important player. And in a league where quarterback-coach synergy can define a season-or a decade-that kind of connection is priceless.
As the Bills chart their next move, all signs point to a potential reunion. And if that happens, don’t be surprised if Josh Allen starts playing some of his best football again, with the coach who helped unlock his full potential back in the building.