New NFL Rumors Reveal Sean McDermott's Criticism of Bills Roster in Weeks Before Firing as HC

Bleacher Report • January 20, 2026 • sports

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Sean McDermott reportedly criticized the Buffalo Bills' roster construction to GM Brandon Beane and owner Terry Pegula five weeks before his firing, highlighting what he saw as deficiencies preventing a Super Bowl win.
Neither Beane nor Pegula were pleased with McDermott's assessment, according to WGRZ's Vic Carucci, who reported on the meeting.
The Bills were eliminated in the divisional round after an overtime loss to the Broncos, a game that exposed quarterback Josh Allen's clutch struggles and the team's lack of a top-tier receiver.
Following McDermott's firing, Beane was promoted to president of football operations with full control over the roster and coaching decisions, including the search for a new head coach.