NFL Daily with Gregg Rosenthal BREAKING: Buffalo Bills Fire Head Coach Sean McDermott — Where Does Buffalo Go From Here?
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Jan 19, 2026 Ollie Connolly, a football analyst and writer for Reads Optional, joins to dissect the shocking firing of Sean McDermott from the Buffalo Bills. They delve into the power dynamics at play, the timing of the decision, and the impact on star quarterback Josh Allen's future. Ollie emphasizes the flaws in roster construction over coaching failures and outlines potential candidates for the coaching position, advocating for an offensive-minded hire to reboot the franchise's direction.
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Front Office Wins The Power Shift
- The Bills fired Sean McDermott after nine seasons despite a largely successful run and strong regular-season record.
- Brandon Beane was promoted to president of football operations and will lead the coaching search, signaling front-office ascendancy.
Failures Point To Roster, Not Just Coaching
- Ollie Connolly argues roster construction and GM decisions, not coaching, explain Buffalo's postseason failures.
- He highlights the team's defensive build and talent acquisition as core faults of the front office.
Public Friction Before The Firing
- Gregg Rosenthal recounts McDermott publicly blaming referees and hinting at internal friction with Brandon Beane.
- Those public moments suggested a visible fracture between coach and GM before the firing.