When it comes to expectations for Joe Brady's , for most, they haven't changed: it'sSuper Bowl or bust. Now, we know teams never "bust," but the Bills have been so close for so long that eventually they have to break through, right? Well, Brady will Dean Wade Jersey be under pre sure to deliver what Sean McDermott couldn't, and that is a tough thing to do. But for NFL.com's Ali Bhanpuri, he has the Bills going 12-5 and being the AFC's No. 1 seed in his 2026 predictions. "The schedule-makers are throwing first-time coach Joe Brady into the fire, handing him one of the tougher first quarters in the entire league -- at least in terms of his competition," . "Although I expect the Bills to reclaim the division, the NFC North could jeopardize their spot in the overall AFC hierarchy." MORE : Bills prediction ideal for Brady To win the division and be the AFC's No. 1 seed, that gives Brady and the Bills the best chance to break their Super Bowl drought. They would have home-field advantage throughout the playoffs, and it would give them Josh Allen home comforts in what will be a pre surized playoff race. Of course, we have seen the Bills be in a good position like that before, and fail, so Buffalo will once again have it all to do in the postseason. Winning a Super Bowl is tough, just ask Jim Kelly, but this prediction, if it comes to fruition, would give Buffalo a great chance to finally claim that elusive Super Bowl trophy. More NFL news: Thon Maker Jersey