Change is coming for the Bills' defense, but Jim Leonhard will build around a lot of players who are already on the roster. They're a reason why he wanted the job. My column on why he was the right choice to be Joe Brady's defensive coordinator: buffalonews.com/sports/bills...

Jim Leonhard has to yet to call a play in the NFL, but we saw and heard Thursday why the Bills' new defensive coordinator will someday be a head coach. My column on Leonhard's plan and why he was the right guy to run Joe Brady's defense: buffalonews.com/sports/bills...

A new coach is in charge of the Bills' offensive line, plus Brandon Beane recognizes that he may lose two starters in free agency. More on the possible turnover and Beane's plan for the OL: buffalonews.com/sports/profe...

Why was Jim Leonhard the right choice to be the Bills' defensive coordinator? Answered several key questions in this story, including how their players fit in a 3-4 and why we need to change the way we think about the scheme: buffalonews.com/sports/profe...

Between 2006 and 2024 in the NFL, an assistant was promoted to head coach 21 times. Their combined winning percentage: .432. One reached a Super Bowl. Eleven lasted fewer than 3 seasons. But none had the situation Joe Brady inherited with the Bills. buffalonews.com/sports/profe...

Trying out a different view

If you had any doubt, Joe Brady showed during his first press conference as Bills coach that he's going to bring a different energy to the job. What's next is more important than what we heard Thursday. My column on a solid first impression: buffalonews.com/sports/bills...

A decision on Dalton Kincaid's 5th-year option doesn't need to be made until the spring, but Bills GM Brandon Beane said: "I don’t see any reason why we wouldn’t pick that up." The Bills' mission is to help Kincaid stay healthy.

Bills quarterback Josh Allen on crutches and wearing a walking boot on his right foot at the press conference.

The stage is set for Joe Brady's first press conference as the Bills' head coach.

By hiring Joe Brady, the Bills' top decision-makers are telling us the last head coach was holding them back. We're going to find out if they were right. My column on the case for Brady, what's next and the questions surrounding the hire: buffalonews.com/sports/profe...

By hiring Joe Brady, the Bills' top decision-makers are telling us the last head coach was holding them back. We're going to find out if they were right. My column on the case for Brady, what's next and the questions surrounding the hire: buffalonews.com/sports/profe...

Joe Brady's promotion to Bills head coach was met with frustration and skepticism, but there was no perfect replacement for Sean McDermott. My column on Brandon Beane's big bet and what needs to happen next for Brady to be the right guy for the job: buffalonews.com/sports/profe...

Klint Kubiak is worth the wait for the Bills. My column on why Brandon Beane and company should wait two weeks to interview the Seahawks OC for the head coaching job: buffalonews.com/sports/bills...

Bills QB Josh Allen may need a procedure to fix the issue with his right foot, but it would not impact his attendance for the team's offseason program, said Brandon Beane.

Bills GM Brandon Beane said he did not go "rogue" with the decision to claim Darius Slay. McDermott and his staff were part of the process, and everyone decided to risk losing Ingram on waivers.

Bills QB Josh Allen will have "some involvement" in the team's search for its next coach, said Brandon Beane.

Bills owner Terry Pegula did not speak with QB Josh Allen before Sean McDermott got fired. Pegula and Allen spoke afterwards, and the owner will keep that conversation private.

Bills owner Terry Pegula on Keon Coleman, who's had a challenging two seasons: "The coaching staff pushed to draft Keon ..."

Bills owner Terry Pegula: "I felt like we hit the proverbial playoff wall ..."

Bills GM Brandon Beane: "Listen, I understand the frustrations out there. No one puts more pressure on me than myself."

Bills owner Terry Pegula: "My decision to bring in a new coach was based on the results of our game in Denver. ... I saw the pain in Josh's face at his presser and I felt his pain. I know we can do better and I know we will get there."

Bills owner Terry Pegula, after thanking Sean McDermott, says: "Sean has definitely left the Buffalo Bills in a better place ..."

What kind of coach should the Bills hire to replace Sean McDermott? Here are 7 qualities they should prioritize during the search: buffalonews.com/sports/profe...

The Bills signed the following players to reserve/future contracts: DT Tommy Akingbesote LB Jimmy Ciarlo OT Travis Clayon CB Te'Cory Couch CB M.J. Devonshire RB Frank Gore Jr. WR Stephen Gosnell WR Mecole Hardman Jr. LB Keonta Jenkins DE Andre Jones Jr. DT Zion Logue CB Daryl Porter Jr.

Terry Pegula signaled to the Bills' players and fans that anything less than a Super Bowl is unacceptable. Something had to change. The playoff disappointments could not be ignored. My column on a necessary, albeit difficult, decision: buffalonews.com/sports/bills...

An emotional end to a long, challenging season brought tears to Josh Allen's eyes. The Bills QB apologized to his teammates. Their loss in Denver will bother him for a long time. My column on Allen's difficult game and why he'll be better from it: buffalonews.com/sports/bills...

The Bills' season ends with a 33-30 loss to Denver in the divisional round. Buffalo's season is over. buffalonews.com/sports/bills...

Bills kicker Matt Prater makes the 50-yard, game-tying field goal with 5 seconds left in the fourth quarter. Wow.

Bills cornerback Tre'Davious White is injured, forcing Dane Jackson to enter the game.

Matt Prater's 31-yard field goal has the Bills leading 27-23 with 4:11 left in the fourth quarter. Can Bo Nix win this game for the Broncos?

Another perfect throw. Another great catch. Allen to Kincaid for a 14-yard TD. Bills are ahead 24-23 despite their 4 turnovers. Still 13:24 to play in the fourth quarter.

Bills announce DT Ed Oliver is questionable to return because of a knee injury.

The Broncos would be up by three touchdowns if Bo Nix didn't stink, but he gets rattled so easily. Bills are only down by 6 points despite turning the ball over a season-high four times.

The Bills give the ball right back to the Broncos. Josh Allen intercepted by safety P.J. Locke on a throw to Curtis Samuel. Buffalo has turned the ball over a season-high four times. Three fumbles and an interception.

Josh Allen to Keon Coleman for a 10-yard touchdown with 6:49 left in the third quarter. Bills trail 23-17.

Broncos lead 20-10 at halftime. Josh Allen fumbled, then Will Lutz drilled a 50-yard field goal. Bills get ball to start the second half.

Another turnover for the Bills' offense. Josh Allen lost the ball on a scramble near midfield. Broncos in field-goal range with 2 seconds left. Have a chance to take a 10-point lead.

In the first half, the Bills allowed completions of 12, 15, 27, 10, 15 and 29 yards. Denver running backs have four carries for 29 yards.

Bills backup safety Darnell Savage in coverage as Bo Nix throws a 29-yard TD pass to Lil'Jordan Humphrey. Rough sequence. Broncos lead 17-10 with 22 seconds left in the second quarter.

Bills center Connor McGovern was cleared to return to the game.

Perfect pass. Great catch. Brandin Cooks gains 15 yards on third-and-10 to keep the Bills alive on their third drive. First-and-10 at the Broncos' 15-yard line.

Broncos offensive lineman Frank Crum scores on a 7-yard pass from Bo Nix. Bills trail 10-7 with 9:33 left in the second quarter.

Bills announce center Connor McGovern is being evaluated for a head injury.

Josh Allen's 26-yard run got the Bills into Broncos territory, but James Cook fumbled on the next play and Denver recovered. Connor McGovern also injured. Brutal momentum change there.

Broncos running backs one carry for 6 yards through two offensive drives. Not exactly the formula we expected from Sean Payton.

Josh Allen play-action pass to Mecole Hardman Jr. for a 4-yard TD. Capped a 12-play, 67-yard drive. Bills lead 7-3 with 5 seconds left in the first quarter.

Bills announce LB Dorian Williams has a neck injury and won't return to the game.

Broncos settled for a 28-yard field goal. Bills trail 3-0 with 7:29 left in the first quarter.

Cam Lewis and Cole Bishop are the Bills' starting safeties during pregame warmups. You'll still see Jordan Hancock, but it's Lewis who gets a chance to start in place of Jordan Poyer. Ed Oliver and DaQuan Jones get first-team reps at DT.