Talking Buffalo

On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran disputes any (mostly) national narrative that the Buffalo Bills Super Bowl window has formally closed, but discusses how and why there are plenty of reasons to proceed with caution.

Critics and haters alike both nationally and surely some locally have written off the Bills completely after a handful of AFC divisional round face plants coupled with significance player personnel losses over the offseason. Patrick explains why he thinks that foolish on several reasons, ranging of course primarily because of a quarterback as capable of anyone in the sport and a nucleus of teammates that are still ascending and haven't hit their ceiling yet, plus plenty of guys with leadership material to fill voids such as Von Miller, Taron Johnson, Dion Dawkins and Dawson Knox among others.

That said, it's fair to argue the Bills have blown incredible chances over the past three years and may not be gifted another opportunity as golden anytime soon. The AFC is stacked and it certainly appears you can add Houston to that mix as well, not to mention Joe Burrow returning to a Bengals team that has owned the Bills over the past two years and of course, back-to-back Super Bowl champion Kansas City that will probably have a significantly better offense than they did last year. Plus, you can't discount how much talent and veteran leadership the Bills have lost this offseason and regardless of how you feel about Stefon Diggs, his trade leaves a very big void in the offense.

Speaking of, Patrick has some thoughts on Diggs to share of his own after listening to several guests offer those on the show over the past week. That plus why Patrick refuses to ever call Ed Oliver's contract a bargain, his highs and lows from Wrestlemania 40 weekend and more.

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On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by friend and recurring guest Anthony Marino to discuss several topics including why now former Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs seemingly wasn't happier in Buffalo despite so many reasons to feel like he should've been.

By this point there's been plenty of time to process the Diggs shocking trade to Houston and figure out some of the football reasons why Brandon Beane decided it was time for the organization to move on. But while it's becoming more apparent than Diggs wanted out and may have actively sought a trade, what many are still seeking out is learning why Diggs wasn't happier in Buffalo. Despite being well paid, being the undisputed number one receiver, playing with an elite quarterback and being on a winning team---Diggs wanted out. Anthony's got plenty of thoughts why.

They also discuss some prospective replacements Anthony would like to see take over for Diggs in addition to sharing thoughts on Vox Media shutting down the Buffalo Rumblings podcast network, meeting Jason Sudeikis recently and the guys resuming their "Finish the Sentence" segment. That and plenty more.

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On this episode of Talking Buffalo, it's the third weekly Buffalo Bills mock draft in a series leading up to the actual NFL draft starting on April 25th and for this one Patrick Moran is joined by talented analyst Anthony Prohaska of Cover 1 in a mock that features not one, but two trades with the Washington Commanders.

Of course the Bills fan base and quite possibly the team itself is reeling from the trade of star receiver Stefon Diggs to the Houston Texans. While many are outraged and have seemingly turned on Diggs since the trade in light of learning more about the rocky relationship between he and Josh Allen, Anthony spends time speaking highly of Diggs and his elite worth ethic, even throwing in a Kobe Bryant comparison.

The guys fire up the mock draft and pause at several points, highlighting potential move up spots and ballpark costs to do it. Despite several opportunities, Anthony, playing Bills GM and making the picks ultimately not only decides against trading up, but actually ends up moving back from 28 to 36 after a trade with Washington that nets the Bills a third-round pick. Anthony uses the Bills first pick to take a lightning fast receiver and again passes on the chance to move up in round two, standing pat and coming back with another receiver many would consider borderline shocking to still be on the board.

Anthony goes interior defensive line with the Bills third round pick before bolstering the offensive line and cornerback room with a pair of fourth rounders. They go safety with their first fifth-round pick before executing a trade up, with Washington again to snag a guard Anthony's high on. They finish off with an edge rusher with their last fifth rounder and a running back project in round seven.

This was not only a great mock draft to follow along to, but Anthony does an amazing job at informing and educating Bills fans of several prospects. That plus a comprehensive look at the trade up options make this mock a must-consume for fans. Be sure to follow Anthony on Twitter @Pro_Ant

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On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is live from Imperial Pizza in South Buffalo and is joined by former Buffalo Bills cornerback Marlon Kerner for a conversation centered around the Buffalo Bills, the stunning trade of Stefon Diggs and Marlon's takes on the state of the Bills cornerbacks.

A third-round draft pick of the Bills back in 1995, Kerner knows a thing or two about the cornerback position. He's got thoughts on the current boundary corners for the Bills---Rasul Douglas, Christian Benford and Kaiir Elam as well of one of the best nickels in the league, Taron Johnson. He also reflects on Tre White's time in Buffalo and the pain of having to release him this offseason.

Also, shockwaves went through Buffalo and around the league a few days ago when Stefon Diggs was traded along with two late draft picks to Houston for a 2025 second-round. Marlon reveals if he was surprised by the move and how things go to the point the Bills were willing to dead over $30 million in dead cap money to ship Diggs out.

They also spend some time talking about the current Bills roster, a lot of the veteran leaders that are now gone and who should be stepping up as well as Marlon's old high school recruiting and NFL draft prep experiences and much more.

As always, a huge thanks to Imperial Pizza for their great hospitality and killer wings. It should also be noted that the second Imperial location at 1665 Main Street is fully open for business.

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On this episode of Talking Buffalo streamed live, Patrick Moran is joined by friend and recurring guest Tone Pucks for a plethora of reactions following the Buffalo Bills shocking trade of Stefon Diggs to Houston in early April, discussed objectively from all angles. 

It was widely assumed that at least in part because of his contract, Diggs would remain in Buffalo for 2024 before a potential out for Buffalo in 2025. Instead, not only did the Bills trade Diggs along with a 2024 sixth and 2025 fifth round pick to Houston for a 2025 second, they did so without it being a post-June 1 designation, meaning the Bills have decided to eat the entirety of his $31 million in dead cap this season instead of spreading it out over two years. 

The guys obviously have plenty to react to, including the timing of the trade, salary cap ramifications and how things got to the point where it feels the Bills became desperate to get him off their team. They also discuss if Diggs demanded a trade before today, how much if at all has his skill set eroded and in some ways is this move a form of addition by subtraction.

They also discuss how the Bills will likely replace him including the now very real option of moving up in the draft to get a top receiver. Also, several incumbent members of the offense will have an opportunity to step up their production as well. That plus how Stefon will ultimately be remembered in Buffalo and tons more on the hells of this shocking offseason trade.

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On this episode of Talking Buffalo, it's the second of five weekly Buffalo Bills full seven round mock drafts leading up to the actual NFL draft starting April 25th and this time Patrick Moran is doing his solo, outlining realistic trade up and down scenarios and ultimately pulling the trigger on two himself.

Before he gets into what'll be his lone solo mock, Patrick spends some time talking about what his goals are coming in---including help in the trenches very early, a receiver with one of the first two picks and some safety help early on day three. With the NFL changing the kickoff rule the expectations are teams will be more locked in on special teams skill, and that's no different with the Bills in this mock.

He also lists three candidates that could be realistically trading up for, a few non-receivers definitely worth taking with the No. 28 overall pick, a couple of worthy wide receivers there as well as a handful of great candidates if the Bills are to trade down. He also pulls out a draft value chart to try and paint a semi-accurate picture of what it'll take the Bills to go up or down the board from some of their own picks.

There's a million mock draft episodes out there, but hopefully the discussion and analysis that comes from this one helps it stand out a little. That and more today.

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On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran has discovered information on several aspects of the PSL and season ticket costs and policies with the new Stadium as opposed to just speculation and shares what he's learned after talking to multiple sources, demonstrating that at least some of the rumors out there are myths.

Contrary to what a lot of people have said or suggested, it's not "buy your PSL now or miss out and go to the back of the line." Patrick explains how that's working with group and also shares what he's learned about the financing of PSL's, including how much of a deposit needs to put down when purchasing them and when the cutoff balance pay date is for these loans, which for the record are interest-free.

Patrick also provides details of what's being sold and shown to perspective PSL buyers right now, including three club level areas that are going for $50k, $20k and $15k respectively. He also tells you some of the amenities included with these PSL, including a Buffalo Sabres like experience with players going on and off the field and what seats are heated/covered and which ones include food and drink.

That plus how the process is working for those (vast majority) that don't know when they'll get their chance to do the Bills Stadium Experience, VIP parking opportunities, being able to downgrade your season tickets and much more.

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On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by frenemy and recurring guest Joe From Queens to discuss if the standard for success is too relaxed when it comes to Buffalo professional sports teams, and Joe also goes on (multiple) tirades over Buffalo Bills & Sabres owner Terry Pegula's unwillingness to speak publicly.

Whether they deliver or not, other markets like Philadelphia, Chicago, Boston, New York City, etc. have a mentality among fans and media that if you're not playing for championships then your season is a failure. That doesn't appear to be the case, at least not to Patrick in Buffalo. To him the standard in this market has been to make the playoffs, with maybe the goal posts moved to winning divisional titles in order for it to be evaluated as a successful campaign. Patrick doesn't buy it and thinks the standards the players and coaches are held to should be championship game appearances. Guys like Ed Oliver and Stefon Diggs, who've been great in the regular season seem to save their worst performances of the season for elimination game losses, which doesn't seem to carry the weight here it would in other markets.

As far as Pegula rarely ever speaking publicly and never about the performances of the teams he owns, it continues to have Joe incensed and that's apparent on today's show. He also has plenty to say about a local media that he feels doesn't hold the owner nearly accountable for it either. It makes for a tense and sometimes disagree-filled conversation between the two guys.

That plus their weekly "Starting Five" draft, this time consisting of best wrestler theme songs and much more.

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On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is live from Imperial Pizza in South Buffalo for the first time in 2204 and is joined by Chris Trapasso from CBS Sports for a conversation centered around the Buffalo Bills, the NFL and the upcoming draft next month.

The last time Patrick and Chris got together for a remote show taping was at a Cheektowaga pizzeria in October 2021 and within five minutes it ended abruptly after Patrick accidently spilled a beverage directly on the audio recorder. Incredibly mishap history repeated itself this time too, as Patrick's faulty laptop cable sent him back home to retrieve another one and postpone this live streamed episode by nearly a hour.

All's well that end's well and the guys have a discussion about Imperial and their wings before getting into Chris becoming a regular fill-in host on One Bills Live, including him taking us behind scenes of what goes in with the show.

From there they get into the Bills offseason to this point and Chris provides insight into what he's liked, and hasn't about the moves Buffalo has made as the draft gets near, surprising some by actually praising the release of Mitch Morse before free agency.

From there they had to draft talk and Patrick r takes advantage of Chris's thorough knowledge of this year's draft prospects and asks him about several of them at a handful of positions the Bills are expected to address, especially wide receiver where we learn more about several prospects. That and plenty more football and other fun topics today. Make sure to follow Chris on Twitter @ChrisTrapasso.

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On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined in studio by longtime friend and recurring guest Tone Pucks for a conversation focused primarily on answering questions regarded the Buffalo Bills and Sabres in addition to Bills season tickets and a (quick) MLB 2024 preview.

Tone Pucks has been a Buffalo Bills season ticket holder. Will he continue to be with the new stadium and the PSL (personal seating license) that comes with them? Patrick asks Pucks for his perspective and also shares a couple of things he's learned regarding how things are going with the Bills getting the selling of specific PSL's underway.

They also go over some questions and comments submitted from fans, including being asked what they haven't liked so far when it comes to the Bills offseason, their favorite non-Josh Allen pick of the Brandon Beane/Sean McDermott era and Patrick getting roasted for suggesting on Twitter the Sabres should buy out Jeff Skinner after this season. Spoiler alert: This leads to a colossal Tone Pucks rant.

That plus a conversation about Major League Baseball getting underway with some predictions and much more.

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