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Ravens Eye Joe Brady for Head Coach Role

1/9/2026

Summary

Story summary

The Baltimore Ravens requested to interview Joe Brady, the Buffalo Bills' offensive coordinator, for their head coaching vacancy after firing John Harbaugh.
Joe Brady has served as Buffalo Bills offensive coordinator since 2022.
The Bills' offense has featured the league's leading rusher, James Cook.
The interview will take place after the Bills' Wild Card playoff game against the Jaguars on January 11.
He previously interviewed for the Jaguars in 2025.

History

Historical Context

The NFL's Rooney Rule, established in 2003 to promote diversity in coaching, faced criticism for its effectiveness, particularly highlighted in 2020 when only one of five head coaching vacancies was filled by a non-White candidate. In response, the league enhanced the rule, mandating two minority interviews for head coaching positions, reflecting ongoing efforts to improve representation and influence future hiring practices.

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Story summary

The Baltimore Ravens requested to interview Joe Brady, the Buffalo Bills' offensive coordinator, for their head coaching vacancy after firing John Harbaugh.
Joe Brady has served as Buffalo Bills offensive coordinator since 2022.
The Bills' offense has featured the league's leading rusher, James Cook.
The interview will take place after the Bills' Wild Card playoff game against the Jaguars on January 11.
He previously interviewed for the Jaguars in 2025.

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