From sideline to sabbatical: McDermott charts a growth year and family-first return plan
After the Bills fired him following a controversial playoff loss, Sean McDermott relocated his family to Charlotte and is using a year off to study leadership, broaden his perspective beyond football, and spend time with his kids. His days mix school drop-offs, workouts, and 6–8 hours of self-directed film study, while he learns from leaders across sports and corporate America to become a more well-rounded coach for his next opportunity.
