Former Panthers coaches involved in shakeup for Bills

If there’s a move within the ranks over at Orchard Park, there’s a pretty good chance it involves someone who Carolina Panthers fans are acquainted with. Well, we got a two-fold case of that today.

As announced late Tuesday morning, the Buffalo Bills have relieved offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey, former Panthers quarterbacks coach, of his duties. Serving in an interim role for the position will be quarterbacks coach Joe Brady, former Panthers offensive coordinator.

Dorsey, a pro quarterback of seven years, got his start behind the scenes as a pro scout for Carolina in 2011. Two years later, he’d be hired as the team’s quarterbacks coach—a well-received run that lasted from 2013 to 2017.

That five-year tenure, succeeded by Dorsey’s move to Buffalo, was highlighted by what was the best stretch of quarterback Cam Newton’s career. During his time under Dorsey, Newton captured 2015 Most Valuable Player and Offensive Player of the Year honors while leading the Panthers to three division crowns and a conference title.

Unfortunately for the Bills, Dorsey did not reach the same heights with Josh Allen—who currently leads the NFL in interceptions. Dorsey’s firing comes after Buffalo’s third loss in their last four outings.

As for his replacement, Brady now gets a second crack as an NFL play-caller. His first go-round came in Charlotte with former head coach Matt Rhule, who’d later dismiss his young offensive coordinator just a year and a half in.

Brady was hired as the Bills quarterbacks coach last season.