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Bills' Joe Brady Sets Staff and Play-Calling Plan as Josh Allen Endorses New Coordinators

Brady will call plays with Pete Carmichael shaping game weeks to maintain offensive continuity around Josh Allen.

Overview

  • At Pete Carmichael’s introductory session, Joe Brady said he will remain the primary play-caller and that Carmichael will approach each week as if he is calling the game, staying heavily involved in the process.
  • Josh Allen publicly praised the additions of Carmichael and defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard, citing Carmichael’s experience with Sean Payton and Drew Brees and his familiarity with Brady.
  • Brady is retaining key assistants from the previous staff, including Kelly Skipper (running backs), Rob Boras (tight ends), Austin Gund (assistant offensive line), DJ Mangas (assistant wide receivers/quality control), Mark Lubick (passing game specialist), and Kyle Shurmur (offensive quality control).
  • Leonhard’s defensive staff build includes college-to-NFL additions, with Bobby April III as outside linebackers coach and Jay Valai as cornerbacks coach reported to be joining.
  • Brady is continuing to fill out the offensive room, with Bo Hardegree reported to be the new quarterbacks coach.