With the Buffalo Bills firing Sean McDermott as head coach, many questions come to mind.
Many of those immediate ones involved how the the Bills got to the point of telling McDermott he’s out in Buffalo… but soon the focus will turn to the real pressing matter: Who could be up next to take McDermott’s place?
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We know general manager Brandon Beane will stick around to help lead the search. What direction could he go in?
Here are eight potential candidates that the Bills could look to interview for their vacant head coach position in the coming days:
Brian Daboll (Free agent)
Nov 9, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll during the second half against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
Joe Brady (Bills)
Jan 12, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills offensive coordinator Joe Brady watches warmups prior to a game against the Denver Broncos in an AFC wild card game at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images
Bill Belichick (North Carolina)
Oct 31, 2025; Syracuse, New York, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Bill Belichick looks to the clock in the fourth quarter game against the Syracuse Orange at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images
GLENDALE, ARIZONA – SEPTEMBER 25: Offensive Coordinator Klint Kubiak of the Seattle Seahawks during the NFL 2025 game at State Farm Stadium on September 25, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona. The Seahawks defeated the Cardinals 23-20. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
Brian Flores (Vikings)
Jan 4, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores looks on against the Green Bay Packers during the fourth quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images
Jesse Minter (Chargers)
Aug 7, 2025; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter at press conference during training camp at The Bolt. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Mike McCarthy (Free agent)
Jan 5, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy looks on during the first half against the Washington Commanders at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Mike McDaniel (Free agent)
Sep 12, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel shakes hands with Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott after the game at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
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