New Delhi, Jan. 27 -- The Buffalo Bills have promoted offensive coordinator Joe Brady to head coach, a move that will ensure continuity for quarterback Josh Allen and the team's high-powered offense. Brady's promotion comes in the wake of Sean McDermott's firing, ending an era in which Buffalo consistently contended in the AFC and giving the team a fresh direction while retaining a familiar offensive philosophy.

Brady, who has spent the last three seasons as the Bills' full-time offensive coordinator, will now step into a leadership role that will shape the franchise's future. His familiarity with the roster, system, and Allen's unique skill set made him a natural choice for the position, especially as other teams scouted him as a top of...