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Sean McDermott Takes Coaching Hiatus After Bills Firing

1/26/2026

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Sean McDermott, the Buffalo Bills coach who was recently fired, will take 2026 off from coaching.
He had a nine-season tenure with eight playoff appearances, including ending an 18-year playoff drought with Tyrod Taylor.
The Miami Dolphins and Tennessee Titans are moving forward with coaching searches without considering McDermott.
Bills owner Terry Pegula says coaching issues contributed to the team's playoff struggles.

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Sean McDermott, the Buffalo Bills coach who was recently fired, will take 2026 off from coaching.
He had a nine-season tenure with eight playoff appearances, including ending an 18-year playoff drought with Tyrod Taylor.
The Miami Dolphins and Tennessee Titans are moving forward with coaching searches without considering McDermott.
Bills owner Terry Pegula says coaching issues contributed to the team's playoff struggles.