On Monday, January 19, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that the Bills fired head coach Sean McDermott, per source, a move that shocked many around the league. NFL insider Ian Rapoport added that general manager Brandon Beane will remain on the team to help lead the search for a new coach. 💥🔎
McDermott leaves Buffalo with a 98-50 regular-season record, eight playoff appearances in nine seasons, and double-digit wins in seven straight. He never captured a Super Bowl and finished with an 8-8 postseason mark. He’s expected to be a hot candidate for another head coaching or offensive coordinator role. 🏈📈🤔
Reaction online was mixed, with some arguing he should have had more weapons for Josh Allen and others suggesting the Bills fired the wrong person. Beane now faces the task of finding a new head coach, while fans debate who would be a better fit. 💬🗣️
In the Bills-Broncos game, several calls were controversial, including an overtime roughing-the-passer on Bills defensive end Joey Bosa that drew a flag and a 15-yard penalty before Denver declined and took a 17-yard pass interference on Taron Johnson. The NFL could also hand fines for roughing the passer—up to $17,389 for first offenses and $23,186 on later ones—meaning more punishment could come. ⚖️💸
