Jim Leonhard Takes Charge of Bills Defense | Buffalo Bills News

Buffalo Bills News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 22, 2026 · 1m

Buffalo’s defense is getting a major upgrade with the hiring of Jim Leonhard, a defensive wizard with college coaching chops and NFL experience, stepping in to balance Joe Brady’s offense-heavy vision. Armed with high-impact signings like Bradley Chubb and Geno Stone, plus fresh draft picks, Leonhard’s real magic lies in unlocking the potential of existing players — a skill honed from years of roster chaos in college. Already a hot name for coordinator roles, his return to Buffalo — where he once played — could be the spark that turns this defense into a breakout force, potentially setting…