Bills Strengthen Coaching Staff with Addition of John Fox
The Buffalo Bills have taken significant steps to reinforce their coaching staff under the leadership of new head coach Joe Brady. A notable addition to the team is former NFL head coach John Fox, who has been named senior assistant coach.
Bills Strengthen Coaching Staff with Addition of John Fox
John Fox, at 71 years old, brings a wealth of experience to Buffalo. He has previously served as the head coach for the Carolina Panthers, Denver Broncos, and Chicago Bears. Fox led the Panthers to an NFC Championship in 2003 and guided the Broncos to an AFC Championship in 2013. Before joining the Bills, he worked as a senior defensive assistant with the Detroit Lions in 2023.
Coaching Staff Promotions and New Hires
The Bills have made several promotions within their coaching ranks, enhancing their operational capabilities on both sides of the ball. Key promotions include:
- Rob Boras to run game coordinator/tight ends coach
- Joe Danna to secondary coach
- D.J. Magnus to assistant receivers coach
- Jason Rebrovich to senior defensive assistant
- Kyle Shurmur to assistant QBs coach
- Alvin Vaughn to defensive assistant
Additionally, several coaches from the prior staff under Sean McDermott will continue with the team:
- Austin Gund – Assistant offensive line coach
- Mark Lubick – Pass game specialist/game management coach
- Kelly Skipper – Running backs coach
- Turner West – Assistant special teams coach
- Milli Wilson – Offensive assistant/fellowship coach
New Coaches in Key Positions
Alongside the promotions, the Bills have announced several new hires to strengthen their coaching staff:
- Terrance Jamison – Defensive line coach
- John Egorugwu – Inside linebackers coach
- Bobby April III – Outside linebackers coach
- Jay Valai – Cornerbacks coach
- Craig Robertson – Defensive quality control coach
- Pat Meyer – Offensive line coach
- Bo Hardegree – Quarterbacks coach
- Drew Terrell – Receivers’ coach
In addition, the team has clarified its primary coordinators. Pete Carmichael will serve as the offensive coordinator, Jim Leonhard will take on the role of defensive coordinator, and Jeff Rodgers will oversee special teams.
These strategic moves indicate the Bills’ commitment to building a competitive coaching staff as they prepare for the upcoming season.
