Buffalo Bills assess roster changes and leadership ahead of 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 7:25 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
The Buffalo Bills are in the midst of a significant offseason under new leadership with head coach Joe Brady and defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard. The team is transitioning to a new 3-4 defensive scheme, moving away from the previous 4-3 system. General Manager Brandon Beane is tasked with updating the roster, making several notable additions, such as defensive end Bradley Chubb and safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson, while also retaining key players like center Connor McGovern. As June progresses, the Bills look to finalize their roster ahead of training camp with additional signings and the draft class bolstering their ranks.
- •Joe Brady replaces Sean McDermott as head coach.
- •Jim Leonhard implements a new 3-4 defensive scheme.
- •Bradley Chubb and C.J. Gardner-Johnson join through free agency.
- •Connor McGovern re-signs on a four-year deal worth $52 million.
- •Buffalo looking to finalize roster moves ahead of training camp.
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"The Buffalo Bills have worked diligently to overhaul a playoff roster that continually falls short of the Super Bowl.
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