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Bills sack coach McDermott after play-off defeat

Bills sack coach McDermott after play-off defeat

Summary

The Buffalo Bills have fired their head coach, Sean McDermott, after losing in the NFL play-offs to the Denver Broncos. McDermott led the team to the play-offs in eight of his nine seasons but did not reach the Super Bowl during his tenure.

Key Facts

  • The Buffalo Bills fired coach Sean McDermott after they lost to the Denver Broncos in the NFL play-offs.
  • McDermott was the coach for nine seasons and brought the team to the play-offs eight times.
  • Despite winning the AFC East five times, the Bills did not reach the Super Bowl under McDermott.
  • During the recent play-off game, the Bills lost 33-30 due to a late turnover by quarterback Josh Allen.
  • Bills owner, Terry Pegula, stated the need for new leadership to advance further.
  • McDermott is the eighth NFL head coach to leave their job this month.
  • The Buffalo Bills are known for winning a play-off round in six straight seasons but failing to make it to the Super Bowl.
  • The LA Rams and Seattle Seahawks, and New England Patriots and Denver Broncos, are set to compete in upcoming championship games.

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