Talking Buffalo

On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by Daemen University men's basketball coach Mike MacDonald for a conversation about his No. 1 ranked Wildcats taped live from Imperial Pizza in South Buffalo.

Obviously being in a like Buffalo dominated by Bills and Sabres talk, many college and high school sports accomplishments fly under the radar. Perhaps none so more than the Daemen men's college basketball team, which is undefeated at 24-0 and literally the No. 1 ranked D2 college team in the country. Patrick speaks with Mike about what's went into this magical season and a roster largely built around homegrown talent. Not only have they dominated opposition, they've obliterated most of it---evidenced by just two of their wins being by less than double digits.

They spend plenty of time talking Mike's college coaching career, a resume that's seen him as a head coach over the past 27 years at Canisius, Medaille and Daemen. As someone who's coached on every level of college Mike has thoughts on the biggest differences and similarities.

They also talk about Mike's basketball journey, some of his biggest influences, other sports he's a fan of and much more.

Big shout-out and thank you once again to Imperial Pizzafor being a gracious host and for their excellent wings. They now have two locations, 1035 Abbott Road and also 1665 Main Street

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On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by Daemen University men's basketball coach Mike MacDonald for a conversation about his No. 1 ranked Wildcats taped live from Imperial Pizza in South Buffalo.

Obviously being in a like Buffalo dominated by Bills and Sabres talk, many college and high school sports accomplishments fly under the radar. Perhaps none so more than the Daemen men's college basketball team, which is undefeated at 24-0 and literally the No. 1 ranked D2 college team in the country. Patrick speaks with Mike about what's went into this magical season and a roster largely built around homegrown talent. Not only have they dominated opposition, they've obliterated most of it---evidenced by just two of their wins being by less than double digits.

They spend plenty of time talking Mike's college coaching career, a resume that's seen him as a head coach over the past 27 years at Canisius, Medaille and Daemen. As someone who's coached on every level of college Mike has thoughts on the biggest differences and similarities.

They also talk about Mike's basketball journey, some of his biggest influences, other sports he's a fan of and much more.

Big shout-out and thank you once again to Imperial Pizza for being a gracious host and for their excellent wings. They now have two locations, 1035 Abbott Road and also 1665 Main Street

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It's another edition of The Podbag today on Talking Buffalo and Patrick Moran is responding to your questions, comments and takes primarily about the Buffalo Bills, including Patrick hammering home that everything should be on the table for the Bills defense, not just a prominent edge rusher.

It's certainly understandable why the Bills adding a game changing type of edge defender is the central point of almost any Bills conversation. Their inability to get after the quarterback has hurt them greatly over the course of several recent playoff elimination losses. Improving there absolutely should and has to be at the forefront for general manager Brandon Beane. However, Patrick outlines why having just one guy isn't enough and the Bills should be targeting at least two prime time level defenders that will cost plenty and explains why everything should be on the table for the unit, including adding a second outstanding corner to pair alongside Christian Benford and/or a top end safety like a Javon Holland.

Also, Khalil Shakir signed a four-year extension with Buffalo this week and Patrick has plenty of thoughts on that. Was he their top priority because he re-signed first? Patrick doesn't think so.

That plus continued talk about the 2024 draft class needing to be better, Dorian Williams being considered a "miss" after his first season, the Buffalo Sabres showing some fight in them and plenty more.

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On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by Matt Warren of SB Nation for their weekly chat and the focus today is on 10 very big questions Brandon Beane and the Buffalo Bills are pondering as they get ready to attack free agency beginning on March 10.

Last year's strategy due primarily to economics was very straightforward. The Bills shed a lot of salary by jettison several players who were leaders and part of their core, a list that included names like Jordan Poyer, Tre White, Mitch Morse and Stefon Diggs. It was a very low-key free agency spearheaded by the additions of Mack Hollins and Curtis Samuel. Things turned out wonderfully for Buffalo despite the mostly "uneventful" offseason from Beane and company.

The expectation around league circles is different this time around. The Bills are expected to put some serious resources into a few positions, very likely on the defensive line above all else. Prior to there's several questions in need of discussing which the guys do, among them being what to do with Von Miller, is Daquan Jones addition by subtraction at this point of his career, what's their plan for attack at cornerback and what's their level of faith in safety Cole Bishop going into year two?

Also, Matt has thoughts on what the price should be that Beane's willing to pay to acquire a Myles Garrett or Max Crosby if either player is actually available. That plus a few other Bills questions, where Rams quarterback Matt Stafford may end up this season and tons more.

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On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by PK (Buffalo Sports Collective ) to discuss annoying things about the Bills AFC title game loss that still linger several weeks later in addition to reaction to Sean McDermott's presser at the NFL Combine and some Buffalo Sabres talk.

It's been nearly a month since the Bills blew an opportunity to go to the Super Bowl in a three point loss at Arrowhead Stadium but Patrick remembers things from that game that are still bothering him to to this day. He talks to PK about some of them, including Joe Brady not adjusting or moving off the tush push, the lack of touches for James Cook, defensive stalwarts Greg Rousseau & Terrel Bernard being complete no shows and veteran safety Micah Hyde not getting a look at some action.

Also, Sean McDermott spoke to the media on Monday at day one of the NFL Combine and the guys react to that. That plus the Green Bay Packers want to ban the tush push, talk of other potential rule changes, are the Sabres actually looking like a team ready to go on a nice run and much more.

You can follow PK on Twitter @PK_BSC and check out the Buffalo Sports Collective podcast.

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On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by Joe From Queens to discuss several topics, including if the Buffalo Bills should be worried about James Cook's contract demands and reacting to Joe Buscaglia's Bills mock offseason story in The Athletic.

James Cook gave hints to wanting a very lucrative new contract on his Instagram recently and he definitely doubled down on that during a sports talk show appearance, saying he's standing on business. The guys discuss what they think is Cook's financial worth to the Bills and how much, if any of a problem is Cook's new public attitude going to be for the team going into next season.

Also, Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic published his fully detailed annual Bills mock offseason, where he goes through every personnel move he could see the Bills making, from restructures all the way through the NFL draft. Patrick and Joe have plenty thoughts on Joe B's work, which includes a monster Myles Garrett trade and a notable wide receiver addition.

The Four Nations Face-Off was a huge victory for hockey and the guys have thoughts on that. Plus how much luck plays the ultimate role in team sports, some comments submitted by listeners answered and much more.

Major props to Talking Buffalo sponsor, Sonny Red’s at 1841 Abbott Road in Lackawanna, just minutes from Highmark Stadium. We consider them THE most underrated spot for wings, pizza and other great food in Western New York plus it’s a great place to drink and have a great time.

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On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by Buffalo blogger and podcaster Chris to discuss both the Buffalo Bills and Sabres, including a segment devoted to eight potential upcoming scenarios for the Bills.

As always this is an interesting time of the year for the Bills and every team in the NFL. It may not feel like it at the moment but championship teams are born or die over the next few months based on decisions made about players to re-sign, let walk, cut, trade away, trade for, sign in free agency and of course the NFL draft. Patrick points out eight potential scenarios that could happen with the Bills over the coming days and weeks and tasks Chris with playing general manager Brandon Beane for each. Chris discusses if he would make each proposed move or not and elaborates why.

On the Sabres front the team is ready to return to action Saturday after a two week league-wide break for the Four Nations Face Off. Chris has thoughts on Lindy Ruff saying the Sabres can still back into the wild card mix by approaching games a certain way. He also comments on Jordan Greenway returning to the lineup, who he's likely playing with, why Zach Benson has been skating on the fourth line, Devon Levi owning the nets in Rochester and Chris' realistic expectations for the remaining 28 games.

That plus sound issues that have plagued Talking Buffalo over the past few days, a few big show announcements and plenty more.

Be sure to follow Chris on X at @2ITB_Buffalo and check out the Two in the Box blog in addition to the Instigator Podcast.

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It’s another edition of The Podbag on this episode of Talking Buffalo, as Patrick Moran goes through several listener submitted questions and takes primarily on the Buffalo Bills, including going over three moves he can see Brandon Beane making over the next few weeks that could be a considered a surprise to many fans.

With Buffalo making it to the AFC championship game before falling short to Kansas City for the fourth tie since 2020, it's highly unlikely we'll see any kind of major personnel overhaul. That doesn't mean there isn't changes to be made that matter. After being asked for a few potential surprise moves Patrick comes up with three, with two of them being departing ways with a pair of current starters that kind of fly under the radar, one on each side of the football.

Also, while defensive edge rusher continues to be all the rage in sports talk discussions, Patrick thinks the defensive tackle position is as big or potentially even a bigger need and based on comes up with a free agent from a AFC rival that he thinks could make a significant impact on the Buffalo defenses.

Plus, are people like Patrick starting to rate Greg Roussea too low? That plus selling high on James Cook, where Amari Cooper lands, worry about the 2024 draft class and much more.

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On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by Matt Warren (SB Nation) to discuss some potential Buffalo Bills running back and wide receiver candidates should the Bills end up deciding to dip their toes there in the upcoming NFL free agency market.

While it feels like the Bills are pretty set at both those positions, that's at least potentially not accurate. Amari Cooper and Mack Hollins are both scheduled to become free agent wide receivers come March 10 and if the Bills lose one or especially both, they may need to turn to the open market to replenish. That goes the same for running back if they can't re-sign popular backup Ty Johnson. There's even a scenario where maybe Brandon Beane decides he's not going to deal with any potential James Cook drama and looks to trade the star, perhaps as part of a big trade package.

In any event the guys go over several possibilities at both position, ranging from intriguing younger prospects to veterans where you're almost certain you'll know what you're getting.

They also spend some time discussing an article from Mike Sando of The Athletic that suggested the Bills are going to have urgency to make a big splash this offseason if they're to overtake the Kansas City Chiefs or stay ahead of the Baltimore Ravens, referencing a situation the Oakland Raiders found themselves in back in the 1970's. That plus some thoughts on a few teams around the league and much more.

Major props to Talking Buffalo sponsor, Sonny Red’s at 1841 Abbott Road in Lackawanna, just minutes from Highmark Stadium. We consider them THE most underrated spot for wings, pizza and other great food in Western New York plus it’s a great place to drink and have a great time.

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On this special seven-year anniversary episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by Tim Graham of The Athletic to discuss several sports media and Buffalo Bills topics.

It felt only fitting with this being a milestone episode of Talking Buffalo it only felt fitting for Patrick to get Tim on the show. Tim's history of being on the show dates all the way back to episode number two in February 2018. They discuss several of Tim's appearances on the show and memories from them.

Getting back to what the roots of this show originally was they discuss a handful of things related to media, including what went into Tim's multiple interviews with O.J. Simpson, how the local TV media landscape has changed so much in Buffalo in recent years.

They also discuss what it would be like to cover a Buffalo Bills Super Bowl win, Tim's podcast with Jonah Bronstein and so much more. 

Make sure to follow Tim on Twitter @ByTimGraham and check out his absolutely elite work at The Athletic.

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