Former Bills head coach Sean McDermott predicts team Super Bowl appearance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 8:55 PM
Last updated Sep 4, 2026

Former Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott expressed confidence that his former team will reach the Super Bowl during the 2026 season. McDermott led the franchise from 2017 through 2025 before the two parties parted ways at the beginning of the 2026 offseason. Despite his departure, the coach maintains a positive perspective on the organization and its potential for success this year. He shared his outlook during a recent appearance on the Rich Eisen Show, which was broadcast on ESPN. This prediction comes as the Bills navigate their first season under new leadership following his lengthy tenure with the club.
- •Sean McDermott coached the Buffalo Bills from 2017 through 2025.
- •The Buffalo Bills and Sean McDermott separated at the start of the 2026 offseason.
- •McDermott publicly predicted the team will reach the Super Bowl in 2026.
- •Comments were made during a guest appearance on the Rich Eisen Show.
- 8:55 PMYahoo Sports — Sean McDermott predicts Super Bowl appearance coming for the Bills
"Former Bills head coach Sean McDermott can see the team making all the way in 2026.
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