Buffalo Bills owner Terry Pegula revealed the coaching staff pushed to draft Keon Coleman in 2024, with GM Brandon Beane taking the blame for the struggling receiver. Pegula defended Beane, stating Coleman wasn't his top choice but he accepted the recommendation. The second-round pick has been a disappointment, posting just 38 catches for 404 yards over two seasons.

Coleman's issues have extended beyond the field, resulting in a team discipline and four healthy scratches this season. Beane, now president of football operations, acknowledged the Bills need to improve their wide receiver room but remains committed to developing the 22-year-old. He cited maturity problems Coleman has owned, not on-field talent, as the primary hurdle.

The public clarification comes after McDermott's firing, with Pegula attempting to shield Beane from criticism over the draft selection. Coleman has two years left on his rookie contract. The Bills' passing attack, led by Josh Allen, requires better production from its young receivers as they look to rebound from playoff disappointment.