Why the Bills’ Interview with Broncos QB Coach Davis Webb Could Signal a Game-Changing Move

Davis Webb, currently the Broncos’ quarterbacks coach and pass game coordinator, just wrapped up a pivotal interview for the Bills’ head coaching role—a spot that’s been wide open after last week’s unexpected firing of Sean McDermott. Timing couldn’t have been better for Webb; with Denver’s season closing out against the Patriots on Sunday, he was free to explore what could be a major leap in his career. Over the past three years, Webb has thrived under Sean Payton’s wing in Denver, stirring quite the buzz as a rising head coach candidate. What adds a twist? Webb once backed up Josh Allen during his three seasons with the Bills, and the two share more than just on-field moments—they’re close friends. It’s a rare dynamic for an NFL head coach and his starting quarterback to be so tight-knit, but after the Bills’ recent playoff stumble, maybe it’s exactly the collaboration they need. LEARN MORE

Broncos quarterbacks coach and pass game coordinator Davis Webb has finished an interview with the Bills for their head coaching vacancy.

The team announced the completion of the interview on Monday afternoon. It’s the first time that Webb has spoken to the Bills since they fired Sean McDermott last week and he was able to take the interview because the Broncos’ season ended with Sunday’s 10-7 loss to the Patriots.

Webb has been on Sean Payton’s staff in Denver for the last three seasons and he’s generated a lot of buzz as a head coaching candidate this month. Webb is also set for a second interview with the Raiders this week.

Webb played three seasons for the Bills as a backup to Josh Allen, who is also one of his closest friends. That would be an unusual relationship for a head coach and starting quarterback to have in the NFL, but the Bills could decide it is the right path for them to take after their latest playoff letdown.