The Process is back to kick off the 2026 season. The Bills have high hopes, but what stands in their way? Charlie and Nick discuss the bigger things they're watching this season and in Week 1.

Did the Bills draft a single starter? Time will tell, but they appear to be focusing on depth for their rookie class. Traits and athleticism were targeted over production, but if the new players can sit and learn before being forced onto the field, maybe that bodes well for the future. 

The Sabres missed a chance to close out the Bruins, but still lead the series as it heads back to Boston. Who are your 3 stars of the series so why, and why do two of them play goalie? 

The guys are back breaking down the good from Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs and the bad from Game 2. They also take some time to discuss what the Bills might do at 26th in the draft. Do they trade out or make the pick? Follow the Process Podcast on X at @The_Processpod

Hang the banner. The Sabres are division champions. The 109 points gave them the 5th-best points percentage in franchise history. They're for real. And no one would've believed in August, but they're division champs and the Bills aren't. The Sabres get the Bruins in the first round and should be favored, though their lack of playoff experience and slumping power play could hold them back.

Our long national nightmare is over. The Sabres, owners of the longest playoff drought in NHL history, are back in the postseason. WIVB's Jonah Bronstein chats about how far this team can go, and we also hit St. Bonaventure hoops at the end.

Bills DC Jim Leonhard is bringing 3-4 principles to Buffalo. What does it mean for the current players, and what needs might arise? News 4's Carl Jones, a former Syracuse football player, joins us to discuss. We also talked Team USA's gold medal in men's hockey at the end. 

Joe Yerdon of Bleacher Report and Noted Hockey joins The Process to talk about Team USA men's ice hockey's Olympic outlook for Milan. USA has only won two medals since 1980, both silver, but might have their best shot at gold since. We also touched on the Sabres at the end. 

You already know the Bills have a new head coach. We have some takes. 

Sean McDermott is out. Brandon Beane got promoted. Don't worry, we're still going to be The Process.

The Bills head to the thin air in Denver to face the #1 Broncos on short rest ... but Buffalo's strengths might match up well with the few shortcomings Denver's defense has. Nick and Charlie see a tight game ahead.