Brady Builds Buffalo’s New Defense

Buffalo Bills News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 27, 2026 · 2m

Brady’s fresh Buffalo coaching vision centers on connection, competition, and conditioning—with fun as the foundation. His first head coaching role carries franchise weight, but he’s not going it alone, trusting his trusted circle to build chemistry and culture. Key to his plan: defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard, a seasoned pro and college coach who returned to Buffalo where his career began. Leonhard’s brought in Jay Valai, a Wisconsin alum and intense cornerbacks coach known for personalizing coaching to each player’s “why.” Valai’s mission: elevate the secondary and fix run defense…