Talking Buffalo

On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by Joe From Queens to discuss several Buffalo Bills topics including a conversation on if MVP Josh Allen hides too many other flaws on this team and how good this roster is compared to other contenders once quarterbacks are removed from the equation.

The Bills have been perennial contenders every year since 2019 and Allen's growth has been remarkable to watch, culminating with him winning the NFL MVP this past season. Sports journalist Tyler Dunne recently had a podcast with guest Jim Monos and Monos suggested, strongly that the play of Allen covers up an otherwise pretty flawed Bills roster, even suggesting the Bills woudn't be a playoff team if Jalen Hurts was their quarterback. Patrick and Joe debate how good the Bills are after you remove Allen from the equation compared to non-QB rosters of some other contenders. The answer may surprise you.

Also, James Cook is making it known what he's seeking in a new contract from the Buffalo Bills and this offseason and possibly beyond has the potential to get quite tumultuous between the two. Patrick and Joe have thoughts on Cook and if he deserves what he's asking for and look back at some former Bills who made their contract demands public and how that played out.

Bills strength and conditioning coach Eric Ciano was fired last week after being with the team since 2013. The guys have thoughts on why that happened. That plus the Mt. Flushmore of Bills bad free agent signings, a few predictions for major things that happen with the Bills this offseason and plenty more.

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On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran reveals five things that he thinks Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane should make before free agency starts on March 10 in addition to discussing what potentially could become an ugly contract situation with Bills star running back James Cook.

It's just mid February and Cook still has another year left on his rookie contract with the team but he's already doing things that give the impression he's ready to sink his teeth into getting a new deal. Among them is flat-out saying he wants $15 million per year on his Instagram and one day later actually unfollowing the Bills from his IG as well. That could be nothing but maybe it's setting up to be an issue. Patrick tries to break down what it all means, goes through a case for Cook deserving big money and a case for the Bills to not give it to him. He also goes over what possible contract resolution could look like as well other solutions, including simply doing nothing at all this offseason.

Patrick also goes over five things the Bills should do in advance of free agency and that list includes saying goodbye to one of their most prominent veterans, locking up a defensive guy to (very) big money before it potentially gets even more expensive next year, a handful of guys worth re-signing and pulling off a major trade for an edge rusher.

That plus some fan reaction to the developing Cook situation and much more.

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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 responds, including Buffalo Bills running back James Cook apparently wanting a whole lot of money in his next contract, what the team should do with Von Miller and what it would take for Patrick to take the Buffalo Sabres serious again.

James Cook took to his Instagram this week and certainly made it seem like he thinks he's worth $15 million per year. Patrick discusses if that's going to happen at Buffalo this offseason if at all and if trading him is now a possibility. (Spoiler alert--that ain't happening)

As for Miller, he did have a decent 2024 campaign with six sacks and a few big plays, including one in the divisional round but is that enough for Patrick to want him back in 2025 on a restructured deal or another incentive-laced pay cut? Patrick explains why he thinks keeping him around is a bad idea and probably prohibits other things from happening.

Also, did 2024 prove that the Bills passing game can consistently work without a true No. 1 wide receiver? That plus a Cooper Dejean miss, taking one player from any team in the NFL debate, the best Buffalo weekend you could offer a visitor and much more.

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On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by Matt Warren from SB Nation to discuss several Buffalo Bills and NFL topics, including what type of contract Josh Allen may end up getting if the organization decides to give him a new deal this offseason.

Patrick admittedly isn't much of a contract, numbers or salary cap guy at all. However, Matt is and has been doing some looking into what a new Allen deal could look like. He has several thoughts on it as well as a few comparisons to potentially go by.

They also spend some time going over some possible Bills restructures that both make sense and could create extra cap room for Buffalo. They'll need some of it to re-sign at least a few of their own pending free agents, and the guy chime in on who they think Brandon Beane should prioritize.

They also discuss what kind of financial and overall team shape the rest of the AFC east is going in and Patrick's blown away by the opportunity that may be awaiting New England. That plus where does Aaron Rodgers fit for 2025 and tons more.

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On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by Chris Ostrander (Two in the Box) to discuss the respective general managers of the Buffalo Bills and Sabres, Brandon Beane and Kevyn Adams finding themselves with the pressure cranked up to get things done in the coming weeks for varying reasons.

It doesn't take a genius general manager or any sort of football guy to watch the Super Bowl and realize the true formula for success against Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs is to create pressure with a four man rush with a dominant defensive line. Sure, the Bills have been within a field goal of the Chiefs in the past two playoffs but have fallen short for a handful of reasons, none so more than their inability to get defensive stops and pressure on Mahomes. The guys talk about several options out there in the coming weeks for Beane and the Bills and the intense pressure he's probably feeling to take a big swing at edge and/or interior defensive line, whether it's via trade or prominent free agent(s).

As for the Sabres, they're cellar dwelling 54 games into the season as the league shuts down for two weeks for the 4 Nations Face Off. Chris has several thoughts on what Adams can and should do during this time to try and make a big move to help his team, assuming of course he remains on as general manager. If he does the NHL trade deadline is March 7th and you have to assume he'll do at least something. Chris discusses several possibilities in addition to what could happen with pending unrestricted free agents like Jason Zucker and Jordan Greenway as well as a handful of restricted free agents pending, including Ryan McLeod, JJ Peterka and Bowen Bryam.

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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On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by Joe From Queens to discuss several topics, including Josh Allen winning MVP, former coach Dick Jauron passing away, Buffalo Bills Super Bowl memories and instant reaction to this Chiefs vs Eagles Super Bowl Sunday.

Unlike several Bills fans and a few media/content creators, Patrick and Joe didn't boycott this Super Bowl and react to it just minutes after the game is completed. But that's just a small portion of today's episode. The guys spend some time reminiscing from Buffalo's four consecutive Super Bowl appearances as best as they can remember, the highs and lows during that four year stretch. It's definitely a trip down memory lane and Patrick also researched some fun fact (well many not so fun) during that time that he had forgotten and many Bills fans probably did as well.

They also have a fun little exercise exploring what former Bills player from the Super Bowl era they'd most want to be on this year's team if they could pick anyone besides Bruce Smith.

They also discuss what their reaction was to Josh Allen winning MVP last week, former coach Dick Jauron passing away, special teams coach Matthew Smiley getting fired, favorite non-Bills Super Bowls and tons more during this packed episode!

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On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by PK from the Buffalo Sports Collective to discuss a variety of topics and teams, including the Buffalo Bills, Sabres and Bandits in addition to thoughts on a Super Bowl this Sunday that apparently many Bills fans are boycotting.

Many Bills fans are still mad that the Kansas City Chiefs are the AFC representative in the Super Bowl for a third straight year after defeating Buffalo in the conference championship game. Some annoyed the Bills lost and others still thinking the officials helped KC win, to the point in some minds that the game was rigged. As a result many are claiming to boycott the game. Patrick has several thoughts on this, thinking most saying they're not watching it are full of crap as well as reaction to those who actually are going to skip it.

PK's then asked for some perspective on the 2024 Bills season and elaborates on some of his favorite things and moments from what was a fun campaign. He also puts on his GM hat and gives some insight as to what he thinks Brandon Beane should be prioritizing this offseason.

The attention turns to the Sabres and Patrick's still extremely angry at the organization, especially after the Tage Thompson cheap shot non-response last week that he refuses to move past. How does PK feel about that incident, the direction of the club and what may lie ahead for them?

That plus the Bandits remain elite in lacrosse 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 goes through several listener submitted questions and takes in a "Podbag", including how the Buffalo Bills should handle star defensive end Greg Rousseau this offseason.

Rousseau is locked into the Bills for 2025 with his fifth-year option, but could become a free agent after that. He was far-and-away the team's most consistently good front four defender this past season but doesn't come out without concerns. Patrick talks about the pros and cons of general manager Brandon Beane working on an extension for him this offseason to avoid Groot potentially landing somewhere else in 2026 while explaining what some of the team drawbacks could be from a long term deal.

Another listener takes issue with Buffalo possibly jeopardizing their future to land a big fish via trade in the coming weeks, perhaps someone like Myles Garrett or Max Crosby. Patrick discusses how you only get so many cracks at the biggest prize during Josh Allen's prime years and is done worrying about draft capital and other factors as it pertains to being all-in to win a Super Bowl now.

Other Bills topics discussed including what may happen with Matt Milano this offseason, the James Cook pitch count and loading up on more defensive lineman in the draft.

That plus Patrick's asked to explain why he hates the Buffalo Sabres right now more than ever, a recommendation for a good new TV series and much more.

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On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by Matt Warren of SB Nation to discuss some of the biggest dilemmas that Brandon Beane and the Buffalo Bills will be facing coming up soon this offseason.

Beane and his staff have difficult decisions to make every offseason and this one will certainly be no different. Among the topics Patrick and Matt go over is if Buffalo will keep, restructure and cut Matt Milano and/or Von Miller and it comes clear you can make a case to keep one, both or none.

Extensions could also play a huge role in the shape of this offseason. Greg Rousseau, James Cook, Khalil Shakir, Terrell Bernard and Christian Benford among others are all slated to go into the final years of their respective contracts. How many should be extended if possible and what should the pecking order be? Patrick admits to having some reservations about a few players based on how the postseason played out.

The guys also chat about what they think should happen with the starting cornerback spot alongside Benford, feelings about Cole Bishop becoming a starter next year and a confidence in level in Keon Coleman taking a big step in his second year.

They also have thoughts on a potential Garrett Myles trade, the Super Bowl on Sunday, a potential league rule change and much more.

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On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran moves past the disappointing of the Buffalo Bills losing in the AFC championship to focus on plenty of reasons the team and fans have to celebrate a successful 2024 season.

Losing to the Chiefs for the fourth time in five years was and remains a bitter pillow to swallow for sure. That said, there's a lot of things that went well enough for Buffalo to be able to look back on fondly. Patrick hits on a lot of those things, including a team that tied a franchise record for most wins in a season, went undefeated at home for the first time since 1991 and just the third time in team history, tied a NFL record by scoring at least 30 points in eight straight games and leading the AFC in points differential.

Josh Allen probably won't win MVP but Patrick has maintained he deserves it. He spends a segment explaining exactly why, highlighting his ability to do more with less in 2024 and often saving his best games and moments for the biggest stages.

He also talks about the offensive line being every bit as good as it was last year, Brandon Beane making mostly right moves with in-house evaluations during the offseason and Mack Hollins turning into a great free agent addition. That plus some quick thoughts on Myles Garrett requesting a trade, Lindsey Moppert departing WGRZ-TV and much more.

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