Sean McDermott is a former American football player and current head coach of the Buffalo Bills in the National Football League (NFL). He began his football career as a walk-on at William & Mary, where he played as a safety and earned a scholarship after his freshman year. McDermott was a team captain during his senior year and was named to the All-Atlantic 10 Conference team.
After graduating from college, McDermott began his coaching career as a defensive assistant at William & Mary. He then moved on to work as a defensive quality control coach for the Philadelphia Eagles, where he worked his way up to become the team's defensive coordinator in 2009. During his time with the Eagles, McDermott helped lead the team to five playoff appearances and a Super Bowl appearance in 2004.
In 2011, McDermott was hired as the defensive coordinator for the Carolina Panthers. During his time with the Panthers, he helped lead the team to three consecutive NFC South division titles and a Super Bowl appearance in 2015. McDermott's defense was consistently ranked among the top in the league, and he was widely regarded as one of the best defensive coordinators in the NFL.
In 2017, McDermott was hired as the head coach of the Buffalo Bills. In his first season with the team, he led them to their first playoff appearance in 17 years. McDermott's emphasis on defense and discipline has helped turn the Bills into a perennial playoff contender, and he has been praised for his leadership and ability to develop young talent.
Throughout his career, McDermott has been known for his attention to detail and his ability to motivate his players. He is widely respected by his peers in the NFL and is considered one of the rising stars in the coaching ranks. McDermott's success as a coach can be attributed to his hard work, dedication, and passion for the game of football.
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