Ranking Sean McDermott's Best Bills Teams — Talking Buffalo

In this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by Matt Warren of SB Nation and Buffalo Rumblings to rank every Buffalo Bills team of the Sean McDermott era from worst to best. The conversation dives deep into Josh Allen’s evolution, heartbreaking playoff exits, roster construction, and whether Sean McDermott ultimately underachieved despite building one of the NFL’s most consistent contenders.

The guys also react to the blockbuster Myles Garrett trade to the Los Angeles Rams, discuss how it impacts the AFC landscape, and debate whether a reunion with Stefon Diggs could ever realistically happen in Buffalo. From “13 Seconds” trauma to MVP-level Josh Allen seasons, this episode is packed with Bills nostalgia, frustration, and honest analysis.

Key Takeaways

The 2021 Bills may have been the most talented team of the Sean McDermott era despite the devastating “13 Seconds” playoff collapse.
Patrick and Matt debate whether Sean McDermott should have survived the infamous playoff meltdown against Kansas City.
The Myles Garrett trade to the Rams dramatically shifted Super Bowl odds and reshaped the NFL hierarchy.
Josh Allen’s 2020 breakout season is remembered as the moment Buffalo officially became a championship contender.
A potential Stefon Diggs reunion sparks debate, but questions remain about fit, expectations, and locker room dynamics.

Timestamps / Chapters

00:00 – Myles Garrett traded to the Rams and immediate NFL reaction
14:30 – Why the Rams’ roster-building strategy worked so well
32:10 – Ranking the worst Sean McDermott Bills teams
51:45 – Debating the best Bills team of the McDermott era
1:18:00 – Could Stefon Diggs realistically return to Buffalo?

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