The coaching carousel is spinning fast in the NFL, and the latest shakeup in Buffalo could have a ripple effect that reaches all the way to Philadelphia. After nine seasons, the Bills have parted ways with head coach Sean McDermott-a move that opens the door for major changes in Western New York.
And one of the most intriguing names caught in the crossfire? Offensive coordinator Joe Brady.
For the Eagles, who are currently in the market for a new offensive coordinator after moving on from Kevin Patullo, Brady could be more than just a candidate-he might be the ideal fit.
Joe Brady: A Proven Offensive Architect
Let’s start with the resume. Brady took over play-calling duties in Buffalo midway through the 2023 season and has been steering the ship ever since.
His first full season in 2024 was nothing short of historic. The Bills became the first team in NFL history to notch 30-plus rushing and 30-plus receiving touchdowns in a single season.
That’s not just balance-that’s dominance.
Statistically, the Bills ranked 10th in total offense (359.1 yards per game), ninth in passing offense (227.9), and ninth in rushing offense (131.2). But perhaps most impressive?
They finished second in scoring, putting up 30.9 points per game. That’s the kind of production that turns heads in front offices across the league.
And Brady didn’t stop there. In 2025, Buffalo kept rolling.
The offense climbed to fourth in total yards (376.3), led the league in rushing (159.6), and still managed to finish fourth in scoring (28.3), even with a slight dip in the passing game. All of this happened under Brady’s watch-and oh yeah, Josh Allen won an MVP during that stretch.
That’s no coincidence.
Why Brady Makes Sense for Philly
The Eagles don’t just need an offensive coordinator-they need a tone-setter, a play designer who can get the most out of a roster loaded with talent. With Jalen Hurts at quarterback, a dynamic receiving corps, and a powerful run game, Philly has the tools. What they need is a conductor who can bring it all together.
Brady’s track record suggests he’s that guy. He’s shown he can build an offense that can beat you in multiple ways-through the air, on the ground, and in the red zone. He’s not just calling plays; he’s orchestrating game plans that maximize his quarterback’s strengths and keep defenses guessing.
And it's not just the numbers that tell the story-it's the moments. In Buffalo’s divisional round loss to the Broncos, Brady dialed up a hook-and-ladder with 32 seconds left, a gutsy call that turned into a 26-yard gain and got the Bills into field goal range. It didn’t win them the game, but it showed exactly the kind of creativity and confidence you want from your offensive coordinator when the season’s on the line.
A Familiar Name in the Eagles’ Orbit
Brady isn’t a stranger to the Eagles. They interviewed him back in 2021 before ultimately hiring Nick Sirianni. That past interest, combined with what he’s done in Buffalo, makes it easy to see why Philadelphia might circle back now that he could be available.
Of course, former Giants head coach Brian Daboll is also on the Eagles’ radar. He’s scheduled to interview for the OC job and brings his own set of credentials, including a successful stint as Buffalo’s OC from 2018 to 2021. But if Daboll ends up back in Buffalo-where he helped mold Josh Allen into a star-that might actually clear the path for Philadelphia to land Brady.
And frankly, that might be the better outcome for the Eagles.
Bottom Line
Joe Brady has proven he can lead a top-tier offense, develop a franchise quarterback, and make bold calls in high-pressure moments. If the Bills decide not to promote him to head coach, the Eagles should be ready to pounce.
They’ve got the roster. They’ve got the ambition. Now they just need the right mind to bring it all together.
Joe Brady might just be that mind.