Why Mike Tomlin will not coach the Buffalo Bills after Sean McDermott’s firing?

Mike Tomlin will not be the next head coach of the Buffalo Bills after the team fired Sean McDermott on January 19, 2026, following a playoff loss. Tomlin plans to take the 2026 season off and is not interested in coaching next year. The Bills job is open, but Buffalo is expected to look at other candidates to lead quarterback Josh Allen.