The move is framed as a bid for continuity, with the Bills banking on Brady to preserve the team’s offensive identity while Josh Allen remains the centerpiece of the operation.
Despite the upheaval, the organization still has its franchise quarterback. That stability, combined with McDermott’s ouster, has drawn attention from players and onlookers, including Carnell Tate, a breakout Ohio State receiver who declared for the NFL draft and publicly expressed interest in joining Buffalo.
On the Downs 2 Business podcast, Tate said he’d love to play with Josh Allen, calling him a quarterback who “can get you the ball” and noting his experience as a major selling point for a potential pairing with the Bills.
Tate is viewed as a potential WR1, but there are obstacles. He would likely have to change his number from 17, and he’s projected to go well before Buffalo’s 26th overall pick. Mel Kiper currently ranks Tate as the No. 3 prospect in the 2026 class, with a recent mock projecting him to the New York Giants at fifth overall.
The LSU or Ohio State product emphasized that his fit would hinge on target volume rather than destination alone, saying, “Where I go don’t really matter, it’s just about the volume of targets.” That sentiment underscores why Bills fans, despite the changes, still dream of a Josh Allen–Carnell Tate connection.
Looking ahead, Tate’s path to Buffalo remains uncertain. A recent PFF mock draft simulator suggests Buffalo could address the receiver need later in the draft, selecting Indiana’s Omar Cooper Jr. in the second round.
