Report: Terry Pegula, Brandon Beane weren't pleased with Sean McDermott's concerns about talent
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Key Points:
- Buffalo Bills owner Terry Pegula decided to fire coach Sean McDermott and promote GM Brandon Beane, signaling a belief that the roster is strong enough to advance beyond the divisional round of the 2025 playoffs.
- Reports indicate that in a meeting five weeks prior, McDermott expressed concerns about the roster lacking the talent needed to win a Super Bowl, which displeased both Beane and Pegula.
- The situation reflects a lack of alignment between coach and GM, with ownership apparently favoring the GM's perspective and expecting the coach to succeed without openly challenging roster quality.
- The next Bills coach will face pressure to deliver results without publicly criticizing the roster, as accountability will likely rest heavily on the coach if the team
