Was firing Sean McDermott the right move for the Buffalo Bills after another playoff letdown?
Sean McDermott Fired After Latest Bills Playoff Collapse
On January 19, 2026, the Buffalo Bills fired head coach Sean McDermott following their heartbreaking 33–30 overtime loss to the Denver Broncos in the divisional round of the NFL playoffs. The move ends a nine-year tenure during which McDermott turned the Bills from playoff outsiders into AFC East powerhouses, breaking an 18-year drought and earning five straight division titles. Despite his regular-season success and strong leadership, the team failed to reach a Super Bowl, compiling an 8–8 postseason record. General Manager Brandon Beane has been elevated to President of Football Operations to oversee the coaching search. McDermott’s firing is part of a larger NFL trend, with 10 teams seeking new head coaches this offseason. Fans are now debating whether the decision was overdue or a harsh response to an otherwise stellar run.
Options
- Yes, it's time for a new direction
- No, he deserved more time
- Mixed feelings
- Not sure