Buffalo Bills Star 'Sickened' By Sean McDermott Firing

Bills DL Jordan Phillips reacts to 'stupid' McDermott firing

Among the first to immediately react to McDermott's dismissal was Bills defensive lineman Jordan Phillips, who seemed to be extremely disappointed in Buffalo's decision.

"This s—t here is so stupid honestly sickening," Phillips posted to his Instagram Story after news broke. "The best coach I’ve ever been around."

Phillips rejoined the Bills for a third stint in the middle of last season after spending a couple of games with the Dallas Cowboys. Phillips played in 11 games in 2025, however his year was cut short due to an ankle injury.

Bills owner releases statement on Sean McDermott decision

In a statement released by the team shortly after the move, Bills owner Terry Pegula thanked McDermott for changing the culture in Buffalo. But ultimately believes that it's time for the organization to take the next leap forward.

"Sean has done an admirable job of leading our football team for the past 9 seasons," Pegula said Monday. "But I feel we are in need of a new structure within our leadership to give this organization the best opportunity to take our team to the next level. We owe that to our players and to Bills Mafia."

"Sean helped change the mindset of this organization and was instrumental in the Bills becoming a perennial playoff team," the owner continued. "I respect all the work, loyalty and attention to detail he showed for this team and the community. I wish Sean, Jamie and his family all the best."

It's a tough decision but maybe not one that was unexpected given the circumstances. Whether or not it proves to be the right one remains to be seen, but it won't take long for Sean to find a job elsewhere in a wide open coaching cycle.