Buffalo Bills Reveal New 2026 Assistant Coaching Staff
The Buffalo Bills have announced their new assistant coaching staff for the upcoming 2026 NFL season. The team has promoted several key figures from within their ranks, continuing their commitment to building a competitive coaching environment.
Elevations Within the Coaching Staff
Run Game Coordinator/Tight Ends Coach: Rob Boras
Rob Boras has been promoted to Run Game Coordinator while retaining his role as Tight Ends Coach. Boras joined the Bills in 2017, and his tenure has been marked by significant achievements. In 2021, Dawson Knox set a franchise record with nine touchdown receptions for a tight end. This past season, rookie Jackson Hawes became a vital blocker, showcasing the depth of talent under Boras’s guidance.
Secondary Coach: Joe Danna
Joe Danna has moved up from Safeties Coach to Secondary Coach after a successful spell since joining in 2023. Under Danna’s leadership, the defense collected notable statistics, including 17 interceptions and 27 takeaways in his first season, marking the fourth-most in the NFL that year. His coaching contributed to the Bills finishing as the best pass defense in the league in 2025, allowing just 156.9 passing yards per game.
Assistant Wide Receivers Coach: D.J. Mangas
D.J. Mangas has been named Assistant Wide Receivers Coach, focusing exclusively on enhancing the wide receiver unit’s performance. Mangas’s work played a part in the team achieving an impressive offensive average of 28.3 points per game in 2025, ranking fourth in the league.
Senior Defensive Assistant: Jason Rebrovich
Jason Rebrovich is stepping into the role of Senior Defensive Assistant after a solid contribution as the Assistant Defensive Line Coach in 2025. His experience with the Bills dates back to 2013-2016, where he handled various defensive roles. Rebrovich helped guide the team to 36 sacks last season, showcasing his capacity to enhance the defensive line’s impact.
Assistant Quarterbacks Coach: Kyle Shurmur
Kyle Shurmur has earned a promotion to Assistant Quarterbacks Coach. He initially joined as a Defensive Quality Control Coach in 2022 and later transitioned to Offensive Quality Control. Shurmur’s coaching has coincided with quarterback Josh Allen’s exceptional performance, including leading the league with 165 offensive touchdowns.
Defensive Assistant: Alvin Vaughn
Alvin Vaughn moves up to Defensive Assistant after serving as Fellowship Coach. He has been integral in a defense that ranked fourth for interceptions and takeaways in 2023. Vaughn’s promotion reflects his increasing influence on the team’s defensive strategies.
Conclusion
The Buffalo Bills continue to reinforce their coaching framework with strategic promotions, leveraging internal talent to prepare for the 2026 season. These changes reflect a commitment to excellence and the development of a competitive team on the field.
