Mike McDaniel Withdraws from Buffalo Bills Coaching Interview
The Buffalo Bills are actively seeking a new head coach to guide their offensive strategy and enhance their chances of reaching the Super Bowl. Recently, Mike McDaniel, the former Miami Dolphins head coach, was considered a potential candidate for this role. Known for his innovative play design, McDaniel seemed like a promising fit, especially as he played a significant role in transforming the Dolphins’ offense.
Coach Interview Cancellation
Originally scheduled to interview with the Bills’ leadership team, including co-owner Terry Pegula and general manager Brandon Beane, McDaniel decided to withdraw from this important meeting. According to a source close to the team, he opted not to participate in the interview that was set to take place in Florida.
Future Prospects for McDaniel
Despite canceling the interview, reports indicate that McDaniel and the Bills may still maintain contact regarding a future meeting. However, he is now expected to assume the role of offensive coordinator with the Los Angeles Chargers, should he not secure any of the other five head coaching positions currently available in the NFL.
McDaniel’s Coaching Background
- McDaniel enjoyed a tenure with the Dolphins, achieving a record of 35-33 over four seasons.
- He led the team to two playoff appearances, including a Wild Card loss to the Bills in the 2022 NFL season.
- His final two seasons with Miami resulted in a disappointing record of 15-19, leading to his dismissal.
Buffalo Bills’ Ongoing Search
The Bills have been proactive in their head coaching search, having already completed interviews with several offensive-minded candidates. These include:
- Joe Brady – Current offensive coordinator
- Brian Daboll – Former New York Giants head coach and former Bills offensive coordinator
- Anthony Lynn – Current Washington Commanders run game coordinator (interview scheduled).
- Grant Udinski – Current Jacksonville Jaguars offensive coordinator (interview scheduled for Sunday).
With McDaniel now out of the picture, the Bills will continue evaluating other coaching candidates to strengthen their offensive operations moving forward.
