The Buffalo Bills officially moved on from head coach Sean McDermott early on Jan. 19, and the early buzz has already connected Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak to Buffalo’s opening.
A post circulating on X attributed to WGR’s Jeremy White suggested Kubiak “would be top of list” in the wake of McDermott’s firing. While nothing has been confirmed about Buffalo’s shortlist yet, the timing makes the speculation easy to understand: the Bills are trying to maximize a Super Bowl window with Josh Allen, and they just signaled they want a different structure at the top.
Key details:
- McDermott is out after nine seasons, per the Bills’ announcement.
- Buffalo made the change after a 33-30 overtime playoff loss to the Denver Broncos.
- Klint Kubiak is currently the Seahawks’ offensive coordinator, hired Jan. 26, 2025. He’s helped guide the Seahawks to the NFC Championship.
- NFL rules can shape interview timing, with many candidate talks happening virtually until the divisional round ends.
Bills Fire Sean McDermott and the Kubiak Buzz Starts Immediately
Buffalo announced McDermott has been relieved of his duties, with owner Terry Pegula saying the franchise needs a “new structure” to take the next step.
That’s the kind of language that usually points to a wide-open search, and a willingness to consider an offensive-minded direction around Allen.
It’s also why Kubiak’s name is suddenly popping up in Buffalo circles. A social post tied to WGR personality Jeremy White claimed a “little birdie” had Kubiak at the top of the list. Again, that’s not a formal report of an interview request, but it’s a notable signal as the coaching carousel accelerates.
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Why Klint Kubiak Fits What Buffalo Might Want Next
Kubiak checks several boxes that teams often prioritize when they’re trying to get over the playoff hump with a franchise QB:
- Quarterback background and system credibility. Seattle’s own bio notes Kubiak’s work in San Francisco, where the 49ers finished near the top of the league in total offense in 2023.
- Play-caller experience. He arrived in Seattle after a season calling plays for a Saints offense that battled major injury issues at quarterback and receiver.
- “Fresh structure” appeal. Buffalo’s announcement strongly hinted the organization wants a different setup after repeated postseason frustration.
And the Bills’ urgency is obvious. Allen posted 4,247 total yards and 39 total touchdowns in 2025, the kind of production that fuels a win-now mindset.
What It Means for the Seahawks and What to Watch Next
From Seattle’s perspective, any Kubiak-to-Buffalo traction is immediate pressure. Losing an offensive coordinator after installing a system can create real continuity issues — especially if the Seahawks’ offseason plan is built around Kubiak’s terminology and personnel preferences.
From Buffalo’s side, the practical next step is simple: request permission and begin the interview process. League rules often dictate when assistants can meet in person versus virtually, and timelines can shift depending on where teams are in the playoff calendar.
So the next “tell” to watch for is whether Buffalo’s search produces a confirmed interview request, not just buzz.
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