Overview
- Hillary Trubisky posted a heartfelt Instagram message thanking Sean and Jamie McDermott for supporting her family during their time in Buffalo.
- Current Bills defenders Jordan Phillips and DaQuan Jones criticized the decision in social-media posts following the announcement.
- Pegula told reporters the team had hit a playoff wall and said the path forward begins with hiring a new head coach.
- McDermott departs after nine seasons with a 98-50 regular-season record and an 8-8 postseason mark following an overtime divisional loss to Denver.
- Local outlets reported McDermott had raised roster concerns in meetings with Brandon Beane and Pegula, and one report said Beane was elevated to lead the search as President of Football Operations, a move not widely corroborated.