For New York Jets supporters, the timing mattered because an earlier fire would have opened the door to top replacements like John Harbaugh and Kevin Stefanski, who had just taken jobs with the Giants and Falcons, respectively. Harbaugh is a Super Bowl winner with a strong winning percentage, while Stefanski is a two-time Coach of the Year. The question on social media was whether they’d have pursued Josh Allen in his prime if the opportunity had presented itself. 🤔🏈
Buffalo is arguably the most attractive destination on the market right now, led by quarterback Josh Allen, the reigning NFL MVP and a 29-year-old who will turn 30 before 2026. Allen is a proven dual-threat, a two-time second-team All-Pro and four-time Pro Bowler, with 30,102 passing yards, 220 TD to 94 INT, a 64% completion rate, and 4,721 rushing yards on 871 carries including 79 rushing TDs. 🏈🔥
Coaching change is a big risk even with McDermott’s resume. Over nine seasons, he posted a 98-50 regular-season record, eight playoff appearances, and five AFC East titles. Buffalo believes they’ve maxed out under his leadership, but replacing him isn’t guaranteed to yield better results and could potentially undermine the foundation he built. ⚠️🔄
In the end, Jets fans appeared to dodge a bullet with the timing. Had the Bills moved differently, the ripple effects across the division—potentially luring Harbaugh or Stefanski—could have altered rival dynamics and put more pressure on New York. The delay provided a window where the Jets could breathe a little easier and watch how Buffalo’s next move unfolds. 🫂😊
