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www.tmz.comHere’s the latest on Sean McDermott based on recent reporting up to May 2026.
Summary
- McDermott was fired as head coach of the Buffalo Bills after the 2025 season, ending a nine-year run. Multiple outlets reported the Bills’ decision followed a playoff loss to theDenver Broncos and that the team would pursue a new leadership structure [source: NFL.com article on the firing; Bleacher Report coverage of surrounding rumors].[5]
Details
- Status after firing: Early reporting indicated McDermott was exploring options but there were strong signals he might take a year off from coaching to recharge, consult with mentors, and reassess his next steps. Ian Rapoport and others noted there was significant interest in McDermott for future openings, but he had not engaged with any specific head-coach opportunities as of late January 2026.[5]
- Potential openings and carousel: At the time, several head-coach vacancies existed around the league (e.g., Raiders, Browns, Cardinals), but McDermott’s stance appeared to be weighing whether to jump into another job or take a deliberate hiatus before returning to coaching in 2027.[5]
- Public statements: Bills owner Terry Pegula acknowledged McDermott’s contributions while signaling the organization sought a new leadership structure to elevate the franchise; no immediate replacement was named at the time of reporting.[5]
What this means going forward
- If McDermott opts for a hiatus, the NFL coaching market could surface him as a premier candidate for future openings once he’s ready to return, given his track record of turning Bills into a consistent playoff team. However, his exact plans remained uncertain in late January 2026 according to reports.[5]
- Any updates after January 2026 would depend on his personal decision about returning to coaching and which openings align with his goals and philosophy.
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