Buffalo Fires Sean McDermott After Playoff Overtime Loss
PUBLISHED Jan 19, 2026, 10:18 AM ET
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ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. The Buffalo Bills fired head coach Sean McDermott on Monday after the team’s 33-30 overtime loss to the Denver Broncos in Saturday's divisional round. McDermott coached Buffalo for nine seasons, compiling a 98-50 regular season record and an 8-8 playoff mark without advancing to a Super Bowl. Owner Terry Pegula said the organization needs a new leadership structure and announced general manager Brandon Beane will oversee the coaching search. The franchise had won a playoff game in seven straight seasons but fell short of a Super Bowl appearance. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting this research.
By Adyan K. | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- 2017 — Sean McDermott hired as Buffalo Bills head coach.
- 2017–2025 — McDermott leads Bills to regular playoff appearances and franchise improvement.
- Most recent season — Bills finish 12-5 and advance to divisional round.
- Saturday — Bills lose 33-30 in overtime to the Denver Broncos in divisional round.
- Monday — Team announces McDermott’s firing; Beane to oversee coach search.
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