Mike McCarthy isn’t wasting any time in reshaping the Pittsburgh Steelers, and his first move involves a raid on an AFC rival’s coaching staff. With the Steelers going through an overhaul, they are in search of a wide receiver coach who will replace Zach Azzanni. As per the latest resources, a former colleague, presently at the Buffalo Bills, could join McCarthy in his quest to transform the Steelers.

“Steelers are hiring Adam Henry as their new receivers coach, per source,” reported National NFL Reporter Cameron Wolfe via X. “Henry is a longtime receivers coach who has spent the last 3 years coaching Bills receivers.”

The Bills hired Adam Henry in 2023 after Chad Hall left for the Jacksonville Jaguars. As one of the offensive assistant coaches, he played a key role, he played a key role in helping the Bills reach three consecutive playoffs from 2023 to 2025. The franchise led the league in rushing offense (159.6 YPG) and scoring, and the team recorded the most rushing touchdowns (30) during his tenure.The franchise has not only excelled in rushing offense but has also been one of the top teams in total offense.

Moreover, McCarthy has previously worked with Henry in Dallas. McCarthy was the Cowboys HC from 2020 to 2024, and Henry was the WR coach from 2020 to 2021. In his first season, the Cowboys led the NFC in receptions, and CeeDee Lamb recorded the most catches (74) as a rookie. Additionally, Amari Cooper became only the 4th WR in the Cowboys’ history to record 90 catches in a season. He finished the season with 92 catches.

All these records prove why McCarthy is targeting Henry as his first decision as the Steelers HC. While Henry is likely to answer the call from his former colleague, it could make things challenging for the Bills HC Joe Brady.

Joe Brady faces a coaching staff dilemma

Adam Henry’s departure from the Buffalo Bills will likely add to Joe Brady’s pressure as the new HC. Brady just became the Bills HC after the owner, Terry Pegula, and GM, Brandon Beane, decided to promote him, following Sean McDermott’s firing.

Although he has never assembled a team, it will be his first task as the HC. As per the latest sources, he will be looking to hire the Broncos’ pass game coordinator, Jim Leonhard, as the defensive coordinator.

“Sources: Broncos defensive pass coordinator Jim Leonhard is expected to be a leading candidate to become the next defensive coordinator for the Buffalo Bills,” reported ESPN’s Adam Schefter on X.

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Leonhard is a former Bills safety who retired after the 2014 season and enjoyed a decade of NFL play. After a successful run in college coaching, he returned to the NFL as part of the Broncos’ staff, rapidly elevating Denver’s secondary and defense and earning credit for developing Patrick Surtain II into an elite cornerback. While speculation swirls about him becoming Buffalo’s defensive coordinator, there’s been no official confirmation yet.

Additionally, the Bills‘ special teams coordinator, Chris Tabor, left for the Miami Dolphins following the playoff exit. Now, to make things even worse, the wide receivers coach may also head to Pittsburgh. Brady is the youngest HC in the NFL currently, aged 36, and he has no experience in assembling a coaching staff. With everything happening in Buffalo, it remains to be seen how the newly appointed HC takes charge of the situation, while McCarthy eyes a reunion.