Bills fire Sean McDermott after 2025 NFL playoff loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 11:04 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Sean McDermott was fired by the Buffalo Bills following their loss to the Denver Broncos in the divisional round of the 2025 playoffs. Bills owner Terry Pegula announced the decision in January, citing the need for a new leadership structure. McDermott had a successful tenure, posting a 98-50 regular-season record and leading the team to eight playoff appearances in nine seasons, yet they only reached the AFC championship game twice and never made it to the Super Bowl. Joe Brady has been promoted to head coach, while McDermott seeks another coaching opportunity in the NFL.
- •McDermott fired after the Bills lost to the Broncos in the 2025 playoffs.
- •Buffalo promotes Joe Brady as head coach before their first home game.
- •McDermott led the Bills to eight playoff appearances in nine years.
- •Bills owner cited the need for new leadership following playoff failures.
- •McDermott is looking for his next head coaching opportunity.
- 11:04 AMYahoo Sports — What happened to Sean McDermott? Why Bills fired coach after 2025 season
"The Bills are playing their first home game since 2016 without Sean McDermott. Here's more about Buffalo's decision to part with its long-time coach.
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