BKL Nightly

James Cook got the Bills right against the Panthers. The new look defense made a ton of splashy plays. Thad Brown and Caleb Carr talk about how both turned a potentially tense game into a laugher for Buffalo.

They also discuss the impact of Ed Oliver's injury and wonder if this win changed anything about the Bills potential in the postseason. Or even next week against Kansas City.

The list of issues from the Bills loss to the Falcons, but Bills Kickoff Live hosts Carl Jones and Thad Brown kept the discussion under a half hour.

O-line and pass protection topped the list, but Joe Brady and Josh Allen are on it. They also discuss whether Dalton Kincaid could have saved things.

The defense has to go back to basics and not just with tackling. Plus, why Atlanta's pass game needed very little sweat to decimate the Bills secondary.

The Bills defense was stampeded in the first half. Even took a few casualties. But they (with the special teams) provided ample opportunity to steal this game late.

And the offense was not up to the task.

Thad Brown and Caleb Carr talk about the bad decisions that led to a second Bills loss. Especially from Josh Allen and Joe Brady. Plus, what went wrong on defense and where were the bright spots.

How did the Patriots surprise the Bills? Coaching is a big part. Bills Kickoff Live co-hosts Carl Jones and Thad Brown explain how Josh McDaniels took away Buffalo's pass rush. And how Mike Vrabel helped make Josh Allen's night a struggle.

Plus, they discuss how much concern there should be for the Bills at corner. And if Dalton Kincaid should be getting more looks.

How did New England pull off the upset in front of the white out crowd in Orchard Park? Bills Kickoff Live co-hosts Thad Brown, Josh Reed and Carl Jones explain why Stefon Diggs is near the top of the list. They also discuss if this loss is just a speed bump and how much a threat the Patriots will be this year.

Caleb Carr joins the show to dive into how much a problem the Bills corners may be. Plus, are we seeing a Dalton Kincaid breakout?

James Cook keeps ascending. But how high? Bills Kickoff Live co-hosts Thad Brown and Carl Jones decide where Cook now ranks.

They also explain what's different about Cole Bishop after examining the All-22 from Bills v Saints. The Joe Brady trick that might need to be retired. And Thad has a problem with how Greg Rousseau is being treated.

The bar for satisfaction when the Bills hosted the Saints was likely to always be unreasonably high. Bills Kickoff Live co-hosts Thad Brown, Josh Reed and Carl Jones debate how much an issue the passing game might be and how ridiculously good James Cook has become.

Caleb Carr joins the show to help with the weekly Josh Allen shine. Plus, the impact of Cole Bishop's first INT and how much a concern the run D continues to be.

The Bills schedule looked soft in the summer. It looks even easier after three games. Bills Kickoff Live co-hosts Carl Jones and Thad Brown talk about how hard it will be for the Bills to keep a strong reputation playing weak opponents. Especially on defense.

Also, they explain why more is going to be needed from the 2nd CB spot. Why Joe Brady's small wrinkles created big plays. And how Jackson Hawes is quickly becoming a legend.

Thad Brown, Josh Reed and Carl Jones break down the Bills 31-21 Thursday night win over the Miami Dolphins.

Then Caleb Carr and Rachel Libert add their own insight, taking a look at the positives and negatives following the victory.

Bills hammered the Jets and the tape, as expected, was flattering. Especially for Joey Bosa. Bills Kickoff Live co-hosts Thad Brown and Carl Jones discuss why they see season altering ability.

They also explain why James Cook leveled up, even from what the Bills were hoping when he was drafted. And why Dalton Kincaid has not. Plus, a brilliant game plan from Bobby Babich.