In the United States, on Friday, January 23, 2026, Mike McDaniel, who is currently expected to serve as the offensive coordinator for the Los Angeles Chargers in the upcoming season, interviewed for the vacant head coaching position with the Buffalo Bills. The Bills recently fired their previous head coach, Sean McDermott, and have conducted several interviews since then. McDaniel is among other candidates being considered for the position, including former NFL quarterback Philip Rivers, who has coaching experience limited to high school level. Notably, McDaniel has an extensive interview schedule in January, including discussions with various NFL teams such as the Falcons and Ravens, though he withdrew his name from consideration for the Browns. As the situation evolves, if the Bills opt for a head coach other than McDaniel, he is likely to retain his role with the Chargers, calling plays for their star quarterback, Justin Herbert. However, if he secures the Bills job, he would take on a new challenge, working with quarterback Josh Allen and facing his previous team, the Miami Dolphins, twice each season. This search for a head coach has raised eyebrows among fans, particularly considering the Bills' rationale for McDermott's termination and the unimpressive playoff performance of McDaniel against the Bills during his time coaching the Dolphins. The Bills are looking for a leader to overcome playoff hurdles, further complicating the context for McDaniel and Rivers as candidates.