Josh Allen Jokes About Joe Brady’s Coaching Future as Bills Eye Playoff Success

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen delivered a tongue-in-cheek response Wednesday when asked about offensive coordinator Joe Brady‘s potential as a head coaching candidate. Brady, who has been instrumental in the Bills’ offensive resurgence, is drawing interest from multiple NFL teams with coaching vacancies.

“Nothing,” Allen joked when questioned about Brady’s contributions to the team, according to Ryan Talbot of NewYorkUpstate.com. “He hasn’t done anything for us. Teams should stay away from him.”

Allen quickly shifted to a more serious tone, praising Brady’s impact since taking over as offensive coordinator midway through the 2023 season. The Bills were 5-5 when Brady replaced Ken Dorsey and went on to finish the regular season 11-6, securing the No. 2 seed in the AFC playoffs. Under Brady’s guidance, Buffalo’s offense has become one of the most balanced and dynamic units in the league.

“It’s not easy to switch play-callers midyear, and he came in and from that day on, if you look at our splits, our success that we’ve had as a team, it’s noticeable,” Allen said. “He’s one of the most positive guys in the building. He’s always got juice and energy for the guys. I think that’s something that we love and appreciate about him. He’s as real as they come.”

Brady’s coaching journey has been marked by resilience. After a successful stint as passing game coordinator at LSU, where he helped the Tigers win the 2019 College Football Playoff National Championship, Brady struggled as offensive coordinator for the Carolina Panthers under Matt Rhule. His return to prominence with the Bills has reignited his reputation as one of the NFL’s brightest offensive minds.

Since Brady took over, the Bills have emphasized a more balanced attack, reducing their reliance on Allen’s arm and incorporating a stronger running game. In 2024, Buffalo ranks 10th in total yards per game, with top-10 finishes in both rushing and passing. Allen, a leading MVP candidate, has thrived under Brady’s system, posting his second consecutive 1,000-yard rushing season while maintaining elite passing numbers.

Brady’s success has not gone unnoticed. NFL teams with head coaching vacancies are reportedly interested in interviewing him, though league rules prevent such meetings until after the Bills’ playoff run concludes. Buffalo faces the Denver Broncos in the divisional round Sunday, and a strong offensive performance could further bolster Brady’s candidacy.

For now, Allen and the Bills are focused on their postseason goals. “We’re just trying to win games,” Allen said. “Joe’s been fantastic for us, and we’re lucky to have him. But right now, it’s all about the Broncos.”

As the Bills aim for their first Super Bowl appearance since the early 1990s, Brady’s future remains a subplot. Whether he stays in Buffalo or lands a head coaching job elsewhere, his impact on the Bills’ offense has been undeniable.