Texans secondary coach John Butler has long-standing connections to Carolina Panthers defensive coordinator Sean McDermott, ties dating back to their days playing football at LaSalle College High School In Philadelphia.
With McDermott reported to be the leading candidate for the Buffalo Bills’ head coaching vacancy by The Buffalo News and his friendship and respect for Butler, a highly-regarded assistant coach for the NFL’s top-ranked defense, it wouldn’t be a surprise if Butler emerged as a strong option for the Bills’ defensive coordinator position should McDermott land the job.
McDermott has interviewed for the San Francisco 49ers’ job and also met with Bills owner Terry and Kim Pegula.