– 🔎 The decision, owner Terry Pegula said, was based on the Denver game. Pegula and GM Brandon Beane spoke to the media about moving on from McDermott.
– 🗓️ McDermott led Buffalo for nine seasons, making the playoffs eight times but never reaching a Super Bowl. The club had a clearer path this postseason with the Chiefs out of the mix—yet couldn’t get past Denver.
– 💥 Josh Allen had a rough night, coughing up four turnovers (two interceptions and two fumbles), including a costly late-2Q fumble that let Denver add a field goal and stretch the lead.
– 🗣️ Allen wasn’t consulted on the firing, but he will have a say in the next coach. Pegula confirmed the starting quarterback will help select the new head coach, though his feelings will remain private.
– 🔜 Big offseason ahead for Buffalo as they reset with a new coaching plan and a veteran QB ready to help choose the next leader.
