Buffalo Bills Part Ways with Head Coach Sean McDermott After Playoff Exit.

The Buffalo Bills have dismissed head coach Sean McDermott following another postseason run that ended short of a Super Bowl appearance. According to a source cited by ESPN, the decision came after Buffalo’s 33–30 loss to the Denver Broncos in the AFC divisional round. Despite the coaching change, general manager Brandon Beane will remain with the organization and help guide the search for a new head coach as the team prepares to open its new stadium next season. McDermott concludes his nine-year tenure in Buffalo with a 98–50 regular-season record and an 8–8 postseason mark. While he led the Bills to five consecutive AFC East titles from 2020 to 2024 and ended the franchise’s 18-year playoff drought, postseason success ultimately fell short. Buffalo reached the AFC Championship Game twice under McDermott but lost both appearances to the Kansas City Chiefs. Over the past five seasons, the Bills were eliminated in the divisional round four times, contributing to growing frustration within the organization. The coaching change marks a significant moment for quarterback Josh Allen, who will work under a new head coach for the first time in his professional career. Allen, the reigning NFL MVP, has recorded more playoff starts and wins than any quarterback without a Super Bowl appearance in league history. Following the loss to Denver, Allen delivered an emotional postgame address, reflecting the weight of another missed opportunity. Although McDermott did not secure a Super Bowl title, his impact on the franchise was substantial. During his tenure, Buffalo recorded one of the best winning percentages in the NFL, trailing only the Kansas City Chiefs. McDermott frequently emphasized building a strong organizational culture and serving the Western New York community, values he maintained were as important as championships.

McDermott has reportedly informed his coaching staff that he plans to continue his career and may become a candidate for other teams with current head coaching vacancies. As the Bills move forward, the organization faces renewed pressure to convert sustained regular-season success into a long-awaited Super Bowl appearance.