Buffalo Bills’ pass rush sputters as Joe Marino urges a blitz-heavy approach to spark the defense’s playoff hopes. Are personnel adjustments and tactical shifts enough to overcome recent struggles and make Buffalo a contender down the stretch?

Joe Marino dissects the Bills’ slumping pass rush, revealing startling stats and the critical need for more blitz packages. The conversation covers Shaq Thompson’s game-changing impact at linebacker, Terrel Bernard’s ideal role, and how scheme decisions might affect Josh Allen’s longevity. Listeners get an inside look at Ray Davis’ fit as a gap runner versus zone concepts, plus how McDermott’s purported conservatism shapes Buffalo’s offensive identity. With AFC rival Cincinnati Bengals looming, Buffalo faces key decisions to reclaim defensive dominance and offensive balance.

Don’t miss this sharp analysis of the Bills’ midseason adjustments, roster debates, and what needs to click for a successful December run.

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