Brian Billick Profile

Former Super Bowl-winning coach Brian Billick discusses the challenges that go with drafting a franchise quarterback and offers advice to teams in the market for a QB in the upcoming draft.

Will Hue Jackson's Browns make the right moves in the draft? Who will play quarterback for Kyle Shanahan's Niners? Brian Billick lists five teams with the most work to do this offseason.

Would you rather coach the Broncos and their Von Miller-led defense? What about Blake Bortles' Jaguars, who play in the forgiving AFC South? Brian Billick assesses open coaching jobs.

Le'Veon Bell's Steelers boast seven straight wins, while Aaron Rodgers' Packers have taken six in a row. Brian Billick has each conference's favorite, most dangerous and least dangerous playoff team.

Green Bay was written off after a slow start but now, Aaron Rodgers and Co. have turned things around as January nears. This is just one of the snap judgments gone wrong in 2016, Brian Billick writes.

Is any team in the NFL hotter than Alex Smith's Kansas City Chiefs? What about Matthew Stafford's never-say-die Detroit Lions? Brian Billick lists five squads rolling down the stretch.

Jeff Fisher, Jim Caldwell and Marvin Lewis all have received the benefit of the doubt in this new era of patience with coaches. Brian Billick explores why pink slips have flown at a slower pace of late.

Having won six straight games, Eli Manning's Giants are riding high with the second-best record in the NFC. But Brian Billick has foreboding news in his annual study of Toxic Differential.

Having won six straight games, Eli Manning's Giants are riding high with the second-best record in the NFC. But Brian Billick has foreboding news in his annual study of Toxic Differential.

Who owns the game's most important position in 2016? Brian Billick provides his rankings of the top five QBs so far this season, with Derek Carr, Matt Ryan and Marcus Mariota all making the cut.

Should the red-hot Cowboys stick with Dak Prescott for the rest of the season? Or could Tony Romo provide a higher ceiling? Brian Billick provides his opinions on four fluid QB situations.

Will Sunday's loss propel Aaron Rodgers and the Packers to the postseason? Can Carson Wentz extend his magical rookie campaign into January? Brian Billick lists five playoff-bound bubble teams.

Odell Beckham Jr.'s kicking-net antics aren't the first diva-like actions to strike the NFL. Remember Terrell Owens' end zone adventures? Brian Billick explains how to handle these polarizing playmakers.

Backup QB Dak Prescott has led the Cowboys to a 4-1 start. Should Dallas stick with the rookie or hand the reins back to veteran Tony Romo when he receives a clean bill of health? Brian Billick weighs in.

Joe Flacco's Ravens and Fletcher Cox's Eagles both had losing records in 2015, while Stefon Diggs' Vikings have been rocked by injuries. Yet, they're all undefeated. Brian Billick eyes an extraordinary quintet.

After an 0-2 start, Bills coach Rex Ryan fired Greg Roman. Brian Billick -- who once hired them both -- reveals what he went through when he had to make a similar move during his Ravens tenure.

Carson Wentz is Philly's starting QB by design. Dak Prescott is Dallas' starter by circumstance. And Rams' Jared Goff is sitting by design. Brian Billick breaks down three approaches to rookie QBs.

In Week 1, all 32 teams think they can win the Super Bowl. Brian Billick explores trends that narrow in on nine true contenders, including a team that has struggled in January -- the Bengals.

As we head into the offseason, Brian Billick spotlights five interesting teams to watch -- including Marcus Mariota's Titans, Hue Jackson's Browns and Allen Robinson's Jaguars.

What are the biggest keys for Mike Shula's top-scoring offense? How about when it comes to Wade Phillips' No. 1 defense? Brian Billick provides three priorities for each unit in Super Bowl 50.

Gary Kubiak and Ron Rivera are going to their first Super Bowl as head coaches. Brian Billick knows all about that. Our Lombardi Trophy-winning coach provides a to-do list for the preparation process.

Von Miller, Patrick Peterson and Luke Kuechly all head top defenses. Lo and behold, they're all gearing up to play on Championship Sunday. Brian Billick offers key takeaways from the final quartet.

Carson Palmer's Cardinals routed Aaron Rodgers' Packers in Week 16. What impact -- if any -- will that have on Saturday? Brian Billick has a coach's take on rematches in a week defined by them.

Eli Manning. The Big Apple. Stable ownership. Can it get any better than coaching the New York Giants? Well ... Brian Billick ranks seven coaching jobs that are currently open in the NFL.

Are Tom Brady and Co. poised to return to the Super Bowl? How about Richard Sherman and the surging Seahawks? Might Von Miller's Broncos suffer an early exit? Here is Brian Billick's playoff primer.

Will Jeff Fisher, Sean Payton and Tom Coughlin hold their respective jobs beyond this week? Our resident coach, Brian Billick, examines the status of the head men on non-playoff teams.

Russell Wilson and Cam Newton are doing things we've never seen before. No, seriously -- in the past six weeks, these two young guns have redefined the QB hot streak. Brian Billick explains.

Todd Gurley and Devonta Freeman look primed to run wild for years to come -- but neither player is No. 1 on Brian Billick's list of young running backs to build a team around.

A coach doesn't need to be on the hot seat to be under incredible pressure. Brian Billick eyes six coaches facing heavy burdens down the stretch, including the Denver Broncos' Gary Kubiak.

The Bengals have a wealth of pass-catching riches (see: Tyler Eifert, A.J. Green and Marvin Jones). Brian Billick lauds Cincinnati (and two other teams) for assembling a basketball-friendly receiving corps.

Blake Bortles and Marcus Mariota are producing comparable numbers to other successful QBs who started from Year 1 in the NFL. Brian Billick discusses the development of the two signal callers.

Who has played the game's most important position best in 2015? Brian Billick provides his top five quarterbacks for this season alone. Where do Cam Newton, Andy Dalton and Carson Palmer rank?

A lot of question marks surrounded the Bills entering Thursday's game against the Jets. Now, Rex Ryan and Co. have momentum after a stellar defensive performance. Brian Billick explores the win.

While many division races could prove anticlimactic, wild-card action remains gripping. How are things looking for Derek Carr, Chip Kelly and Adrian Peterson? Brian Billick studies the full playoff picture.

Despite employing four different head coaches in the last six years, the Cleveland Browns are still a 2-7 team. So, what's next? Brian Billick explains why firing Mike Pettine would only make things worse.

"Two-Minute Teddy" just led the Vikings to a thrilling comeback win, but Bridgewater wasn't the only QB to display late heroics in Week 8. Brian Billick explains what it takes to excel in the waning moments.

Bill Belichick and Tom Brady already know what 18-1 feels like, but is this the season the Patriots go 19-0? Brian Billick breaks down the remaining schedule and the possibility of making the perfect run.

The Carolina Panthers are sitting pretty at 6-0, but are they true Super Bowl contenders? More specifically, does Cam Newton have what it takes to win a title? Brian Billick offers an honest assessment.

Two seasons ago, Colin Kaepernick and Russell Wilson were quarterback clones. Now they're on completely different tracks. Brian Billick discusses Kap's regression and how to turn it around.

Denver's a perfect 6-0, but that certainly hasn't stopped many from doubting these Broncos -- and, particularly, 39-year-old QB Peyton Manning. Brian Billick explains why you can't count out No. 18.

Jim Caldwell benched Matthew Stafford during Detroit's blowout loss to Arizona this past Sunday. Was that the correct move for the Lions coach? Brian Billick provides an experienced opinion.

Which head men merit praise at the quarter pole? Our resident coach, Brian Billick, lauds some familiar faces (hey, Bill Belichick!), as well as some unusual suspects (see: Marvin Lewis and Gary Kubiak).

K.J. Wright and the Seattle Seahawks appeared to benefit greatly from a missed call in Monday night's tight win over the Detroit Lions. Brian Billick provides a three-part plan to improve instant replay.

Many folks doubted the Cincinnati Bengals entering this season, but A.J. Green, Andy Dalton and Co. are sittin' pretty. Brian Billick assesses the always-competitive AFC North. Who'll finish first? Last?

The team is 0-2. The franchise QB is ailing. And the natives are restless. Brian Billick diagnoses the New Orleans Saints' biggest problems -- and says Sean Payton had better turn it around, or else ...

In today's overcaffeinated sports world, Week 1 woes spawn outsized panic in NFL cities. Brian Billick spotlights five coaches (including Chip Kelly and Tom Coughlin) dealing with early adversity.

Andrew Luck is the best young quarterback in the NFL -- and by the end of the 2015 season, Brian Billick says, we might be able to drop the "young" from that description.

The Buffalo Bills announced Tyrod Taylor as their starting QB. Did Rex Ryan make the right decision at the game's most important position? Our resident coach, Brian Billick, provides his thoughts.

Geno Smith had another up-and-down season in 2014. Will the Jets bring in another quarterback to challenge him? Brian Billick lists five teams facing a daunting offseason.

Who did the finest coaching job in the NFL this season? We posed that question to our resident coach, Brian Billick, and he provided his top five choices. Did Bruce Arians or Jason Garrett earn the No. 1 spot?

Yes, Bill Belichick and Pete Carroll appear starkly different on the surface, but Brian Billick says the two head men gearing up for Super Bowl XLIX share a number of striking similarities.

What on earth was Brandon Bostick thinking when he tried to catch that onside kick Sunday? Brian Billick digs into some of the mistakes that helped cost the Green Bay Packers the NFC title.

Twenty-eight teams have entered the offseason. What can they learn from Russell Wilson's Seahawks, Bill Belichick's Patriots and the other two Championship Sunday participants? Brian Billick examines.

Brian Billick answers blazing-hot NFL questions, starting with a doozy: Why in the world is Rex Ryan going to be the next coach of the Buffalo Bills? Also, what's going on with Peyton Manning?

Tom Brady has been outplayed by Joe Flacco in prior playoff bouts. How will things unfold Saturday? Brian Billick says the Baltimore Ravens are a serious threat to the New England Patriots.

Marvin Lewis' Bengals failed to end a long run of playoff futility, while Jason Garrett's Cowboys earned an inspired win. Brian Billick considers what the results of Wild Card Weekend mean for several coaches.

The San Francisco 49ers boast a rich history, but they don't have the most desirable coaching vacancy in the NFL today. In fact, it's not even the best gig in the Bay Area. Brian Billick ranks the six openings.

Are Andrew Luck's Indianapolis Colts a true player in the postseason? How about DeMarco Murray and the Dallas Cowboys? Brian Billick provides his initial take on the 2014 playoff field.

Rex Ryan and Marc Trestman might seem like goners, but Brian Billick cautions the Jets and Bears to think carefully before firing these coaches -- and extends the same warning to five other teams.

Just one start into his professional career, Johnny Manziel is already a man on the clock. Brian Billick says the Cleveland Browns have two weeks to find out if the quarterback has developmental potential.

Evaluation of Chip Kelly's offense tends to be as extreme as the scheme itself. Our resident coach, Brian Billick, provides an honest assessment of the Philadelphia Eagles' polarizing system.

After another poor showing from Brian Hoyer, is it time for the Cleveland Browns to give Johnny Manziel a chance? Our resident coach, Brian Billick, explains why Mike Pettine must tap the rookie quarterback.

Russell Wilson and Peyton Manning met in Super Bowl XLVIII. Could we be in for a rematch? Brian Billick dives into his favorite statistical formula, which smiles upon the Seahawks and Broncos.

The New Orleans Saints have been one of the NFL's biggest letdowns in 2014, but fresh off an inspiring win, are they ready to make a run? Brian Billick says you can't sleep on Drew Brees and Co.

Odell Beckham's eye-popping grab on Sunday electrified the NFL -- but it didn't push him to the top of Brian Billick's list of the top 10 rookie receivers. See how an outstanding class shakes out.

Robert Griffin III and Jay Gruden each raised eyebrows with remarks in the wake of a disturbing loss for the Washington Redskins. In fact, Brian Billick says he's never seen anything like this in all his NFL days.

Ryan Mallett saw the first meaningful game action of his NFL career on Sunday. So what, precisely, do the Houston Texans have in their new starting quarterback? Brian Billick breaks it down.

Ben Roethlisberger's Pittsburgh Steelers and Colin Kaepernick's San Francisco 49ers have been consistently inconsistent in 2014. Brian Billick examines four teams that are impossible to figure out.

The Arizona Cardinals can keep winning with Drew Stanton, and the Philadelphia Eagles can still make the playoffs behind Mark Sanchez, Brian Billick says -- provided these backups do one thing.

Antonio Cromartie and the Cardinals are flying high with the NFL's best record, but is this sustainable success? Yes! Brian Billick says Arizona could become the first team ever to truly host a Super Bowl.

In the NFL, winning big on the road is one of the surest routes to the playoffs. Brian Billick digs deeper on potentially season-defining triumphs by Drew Brees' Saints and Carson Palmer's Cardinals.

Sammy Watkins' Buffalo Bills and J.J. Watt's Houston Texans might not be getting the respect they deserve. Brian Billick reveals interesting findings from his favorite statistical study, toxic differential.

Marc Trestman's Chicago Bears are one of the NFL's biggest disappointments. Rex Ryan's N.Y. Jets haven't won since Week 1. How can a coach keep his struggling team united? Brian Billick digs in.

The Detroit Lions sit atop the NFC North thanks to their ... defense? Yup. Brian Billick draws on personal experience to explain the ironic circumstances of this team's emergence under Jim Caldwell.

DeMarco Murray has carried Dallas to a surprising 5-1 start, but are the Cowboys at risk of running their bell-cow back into the ground? Our resident coach, Brian Billick, has a conservation plan for No. 29.

Mike McCarthy's riding high after a comeback win over the Miami Dolphins. But Brian Billick says one decision could have engendered great criticism of the coach had the Green Bay Packers lost.

Yes, this is the era of Peyton Manning, Tom Brady, Andrew Luck and Russell Wilson -- but one quarterback appears to be outshining them all. Brian Billick digs into the excellence of Philip Rivers.

Baltimore's three-game winning streak ended with a loss at Indy. After watching Joe Flacco get sacked four times, Brian Billick says the Ravens must re-evaluate their game plan, particularly in one vital area.

Certain players, like Seattle Seahawks WR Percy Harvin and Houston Texans DE J.J. Watt, must be accounted for on every single play. Brian Billick identifies the guys who keep coaches up at night.

With the New York Jets sitting at 1-3 and eyeing a rough stretch of their schedule, Brian Billick says Rex Ryan needs to replace Geno Smith with Michael Vick -- or just begin preparing his résumé.