New Delhi, Jan. 21 -- Buffalo Bills owner Terry Pegula delivered a candid explanation on Wednesday for firing head coach Sean McDermott, while firmly defending general manager Brandon Beane and placing blame on the coaching staff for the disappointing Keon Coleman draft pick. The comments came amid widespread scrutiny following the Bills' playoff exit and McDermott's surprising departure after nine seasons.

Terry Pegula described the decision as stemming from the team repeatedly hitting the "proverbial playoff wall." Sean McDermott compiled an impressive 98-50 regular-season record and guided the Buffalo Bills to the playoffs eight times, yet the postseason ledger stood at just 8-8, with two AFC Championship appearances but no Super Bowl...