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Buffalo Bills Fans Rally to Reinstate Coach McDermott

1/25/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Buffalo Bills fans launched a petition to reinstate Sean McDermott, the Bills' former head coach, after his January 19, 2026 firing.
Maria Maisonet, a lifelong Bills fan, started the petition, gathering over 70,000 signatures.
Supporters say McDermott led eight playoff appearances in nine seasons.
Owner Terry Pegula cited a need for a new direction after a disappointing playoff loss.
Critics point to the team's failure to reach the Super Bowl.

History

Historical Context

The Buffalo Bills, established in 1960, reached their first Super Bowl in 1990 under coach Marv Levy, achieving four consecutive appearances but failing to win. Despite Sean McDermott leading the team to eight playoff berths from 2017 to 2025, his firing in January 2026, following a divisional round exit, sparked a fan petition that gathered over 70,000 signatures, reflecting ongoing frustrations with the team's championship drought.

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Story summary

Buffalo Bills fans launched a petition to reinstate Sean McDermott, the Bills' former head coach, after his January 19, 2026 firing.
Maria Maisonet, a lifelong Bills fan, started the petition, gathering over 70,000 signatures.
Supporters say McDermott led eight playoff appearances in nine seasons.
Owner Terry Pegula cited a need for a new direction after a disappointing playoff loss.
Critics point to the team's failure to reach the Super Bowl.

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