‘One X user wrote, “Guy who has never made a Super Bowl thinks he would’ve made Super Bowl if he hadn’t failed yet again to make Super Bowl.”‘
Archives for February 1, 2026
Bills hire former player Leonhard as defensive coordinator
‘Undrafted out of Wisconsin, Leonhard played for the Bills from 2005 to 2007 and in 2013. The 10-year NFL safety and special teams player also played for the Baltimore Ravens, New York Jets, Broncos and Cleveland Browns.’
Bills’ Joe Brady Hires Former Buffalo Safety As New Defensive Coordinator
‘Leonhard joins the new-look Bills staff after the franchise parted with Sean McDermott and hired offensive coordinator Joe Brady as the team’s next coach. He was an NFL safety for 10 seasons, which included two stops with the Bills—first from 2005 to ‘07 after he joined Buffalo as an undrafted free agent and later returning for a second stint in ‘13. He also spent time with the Ravens, Jets, Broncos and Browns as a player.’
Bills have chance to sign 2 of Jim Leonhard’s former players at key free agent position of need
‘The list, shared by Bills beat reporter Ryan Talbot, shows that two of those guys will be free agents: Leo Chanel, Jack Sanborn. It wouldn’t be shocking to see the Bills go after one or both of them.’
Bills make power move by snagging one of NFL’s most wanted defensive coaches
‘Leonhard has been a name on the rise since he was the defensive coordinator for the Wisconsin Badgers. He joined the Broncos’ staff under Sean Payton in 2024.’
Bills lost to the Broncos and then hired all their coaches
‘Joe Brady has been promoted from offensive coordinator to head coach, and there were vacancies at both offensive and defensive coordinator. Both were filled by Broncos.’
Bills hire Jim Leonhard to be new defensive coordinator
‘Leonhard played for the Bills from 2005-07 and again in 2013. Leonhard was the defensive passing game coordinator in Denver under Vance Joseph the last two season. Leonhard was the defensive coordinator with the University of Wisconsin from 2017-2022 and served as interim head coach for the Badgers in 2022.’
‘Opportunities are endless’: The Bills Mafia House in Orchard Park up for sale
‘Owner Shane Prouty has decided to sell the property after 14 years of hosting countless fans and guests, including Bills quarterback Josh Allen.’
Buffalo Bills pick Jim Leonhard as new defensive coordinator
‘Leonhard, the Denver Broncos’ defensive passing game coordinator and assistant head coach, played for the Bills when he was drafted as a rookie in 2005.’
Jim Leonhard latest addition to Joe Brady’s staff
‘In 2022, Leonhard was named the Badgers’ interim head coach after Chryst was fired. Leonhard led Wisconsin to a 4-3 record, but left the program in 2023 after Luke Fickell was hired as the team’s next head coach. Leonhard spent one more year in college with Illinois in 2023 before joining Sean Payton’s staff with the Broncos in 2024. In the 2024 season, Leonhard was the team’s defensive backs coach and pass game coordinator, in 2025, he was promoted to assistant head coach while still serving as pass game coordinator.’
‘Bills Mafia House’ near Highmark Stadium listed for sale
‘In a Facebook post, Prouty said it is time for the home to become something more and “live up to its true potential.” With that, he said it is tine to “transfer the torch off to someone else.”’
Bills name Pete Carmichael as offensive coordinator
‘Carmichael comes to the Bills with an extensive amount of NFL coaching experience. Buffalo’s new OC started coaching in the NFL in 2000 and worked for five different teams over the last 25 years.’
Bills hire former Buffalo safety Jim Leonhard as defensive coordinator
‘Leonhard began his 10-year NFL career as a safety with the Bills (2005-07), signing with the team as an undrafted free agent. He went on to play for the Ravens, Jets, Broncos and Saints before returning to Buffalo in 2013. Prior to his time in the NFL, he played collegiate as the University of Wisconsin (2001-04).’
Bills name Jeff Rodgers as special teams coordinator
‘Rodgers comes most recently from the Arizona Cardinals where he was their assistant head coach and special teams coordinator. He started with the Cardinals in 2018 as their special teams coordinator and added his additional title in 2019. Before Arizona, Rodgers was the Chicago Bears’ special teams coordinator for three seasons, 2015-17.’