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We asked what would you want out of a new Bills stadium? Maddy Glab and Steve Tasker discussed Highmark Stadium returning to full capacity for the 2021 season and reports that Josh Allen would be willing to structure a contract extension to help the team stay competitive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One Bills Lite is your weekly fresh, condensed version of One Bills Live. We examined which under the radar players could surprise in Bills training camp this summer. Chris Brown quizzed Steve Tasker on which teams ranked in the top and bottom three in rookie starts last year in ‘The Numbers Game’. Bills sixth round 2020 draft pick Isaiah Hodgins discussed competing to make an impact at WR following his injury last year, following in his Super Bowl winning father James’ NFL footsteps, and his brother Isaac following behind him at Oregon State. We asked ‘Will It Happen?’ - examining some of the Bills roster questions for 2021.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WROC-TV sports director Thad Brown joined us as co-host to discuss the Bills wrapping minicamp and news & notes in the NFL. CBS Sports draft/NFL player analyst Chris Trapasso shared his outlook for the Bills and Josh Allen as well as QBs Tua Tagovailoa, Lamar Jackson, Sam Darnold (49:30). 'Go Long' founder/writer Tyler Dunne discussed the Aaron Rodgers-Packers feud and the offseason of unhappy QBs, plus his pieces on Bills RB Devin Singletary and former Bills QB Rob Johnson (1:33:00). We examined your Bills/NFL questions in the OBL Friday Fan Mailbag.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We asked who are you pulling for to have a bigger role this season with the Bills? We quizzed Steve in this week's edition of Tasker's Teammate (31:15). CBS Sports NFL Insider Jason La Canfora discussed the updated COVID-19 protocols for training camp, why he picked Tremaine Edmunds to win Defensive Player of the Year and players to breakout in 2021 (48:45). We heard from Bills LB Matt Milano after the team wrapped mandatory minicamp yesterday (1:36:30).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We asked what gives you the most angst about this upcoming Bills season? Bills reporter Maddy Glab joined us with a live look at the Bills practice for day two of mandatory minicamp (43:25). Pro Football Focus' lead NFL analyst Sam Monson discussed his high rankings for Bills players like Josh Allen, Matt Milano, Tremaine Edmunds, Micah Hyde and Jordan Poyer (1:03:55). Bills sixth round 2020 draft pick Isaiah Hodgins discussed competing at WR following his injury last year, following in his Super Bowl winning father James’ NFL footsteps, and his brother Isaac following behind him at Oregon State (1:52:30).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bills reporter Maddy Glab joined us with a live look at Bills practice at the start of mandatory minicamp (44:15). We heard from Bills head coach Sean McDermott and QB Josh Allen as they addressed the media. We asked who is your offensive and defensive X-factor for the Bills in 2021?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We asked what is the biggest question mark with the rest of the AFC East? SB Nation’s Arrowhead Pride lead Chiefs writer Pete Sweeney discussed KC’s roster changes during the offseason and Le’Veon Bell’s recent comments (51:45).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One Bills Lite is your weekly fresh, condensed version of One Bills Live. We examined how the Bills can return to being a top 5 defense. Chris Brown quizzed Steve Tasker on the Bills defensive stats from 2020 in ‘The Numbers Game’. NFL UK reporter Neil Reynolds discussed why he expects the Bills to reach the Super Bowl, his thoughts on UK transplants Efe Obada and Christian Wade, the NFL potentially playing in Germany, his son playing QB in Canada and other thoughts from around the AFC East. We asked ‘One Burning Question’ - how much of an edge will teams that hold mandatory minicamps have this season?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We quizzed Steve in this week's edition of Tasker's Teammate (29:35). PER4ORM co-owner/director of performance Nick Hicks discussed how he helped Bills RB Devin Singletary transform his body this past offseason as well as helping train other current Bills like Matt Breida, Zack Moss, Rachad Wildgoose, and Isaiah McKenzie (53:10). We examined your Bills/NFL questions in the OBL Friday Fan Mailbag.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discussed what Bills position group has you most encouraged heading into this season. Pro Football Focus analyst Ben Linsey examined where the Bills rank collectively and individually in his rankings of the best NFL cornerbacks, secondaries and defensive lines (1:36:10).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We asked which offseason move in the AFC will pay off the most? NFL UK reporter Neil Reynolds discussed why he expects the Bills to reach the Super Bowl, his thoughts on UK transplants Efe Obada and Christian Wade, and other thoughts from around the AFC East (1:35:40).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We took a look at the Bills Tuesday OTA from One Bills Drive. Bills OC Brian Daboll and RB Devin Singletary addressed the media on the team’s offseason progress. We asked as a Bills fan, what’s on your to do list for this offseason?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We asked where the Julio Jones acquisition places the Titans in the AFC ranks? CBS Sports senior NFL columnist Pete Prisco discussed Josh Allen moving up in his top 100 players ranking and the Titans trade for Jones (50:15). Bills GM Brandon Beane discussed the team’s announcement that 2021 training camp will be held in Orchard Park for a second consecutive year (1:42:10).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One Bills Lite is your weekly fresh, condensed version of One Bills Live. We examined if poor fan behavior could carry over into the NFL. Chris Brown quizzed Steve Tasker on the league’s largest capacity stadiums in ‘The Numbers Game’. Personal chef/The Plating Society owner Darian Bryan discussed cooking for over a dozen Bills players (including Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs) and his path from Jamaica to Buffalo as his new hometown. We asked ‘One Burning Question’ - if only one player will man the Bills nickel cornerback/linebacker hybrid role this season?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WROC-TV sports director/Bills preseason TV sideline reporter Thad Brown discussed the Bills second week of OTAs and offseason moves (:45). ESPN NFL analyst/writer Mike Clay explained where the Bills rank in his post-draft NFL unit grades (51:20). Bills analyst/former center Eric Wood shared his thoughts on the team after this week’s offseason work (1:35:40). We examined your Bills/NFL questions in the OBL Friday Fan Mailbag.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We asked you other than the Chiefs, which team is the biggest threat to the Bills in the AFC? We quizzed Steve in this week’s edition of Tasker's Teammate (32:00). Personal chef/The Plating Society owner Darian Bryan discussed cooking for over a dozen Bills players and his path from Jamaica to Buffalo as his new hometown (51:05). NFL Network analyst Brian Baldinger shared his thoughts on the Bills offseason additions (1:36:25). We also heard from Bills S Micah Hyde.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bills reporter Maddy Glab joined us with a look at the Bills Wednesday OTA (13:00). We asked who is your pick for the Bills 2021 Defensive MVP? We also heard Bills DC Leslie Frazier, S Jordan Poyer and OT Dion Dawkins address the media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We asked with the report of the Bills creating new cap space, which player would you want Buffalo to target? CBS Sports salary cap expert/NFL writer Joel Corry explained the significance of the NFL's June 1 designation and what the future could hold for Julio Jones and Aaron Rodgers (50:55).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One Bills Lite is your weekly fresh, condensed version of One Bills Live. We took an early look at NFL Coach of the Year candidates. Chris Brown quizzed Steve Tasker in the history of the Coach of the Year Award in ‘The Numbers Game’. ESPN NFL analyst/former NFL safety Matt Bowen discussed the success of Josh Allen and Brian Daboll and how QBs will fit with their new teams. We asked ‘Will It Happen’ - if Aaron Rodgers, Julio Jones and Zach Ertz will be traded?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Tasker and Sal Capaccio examined your Bills questions in the OBL Fan Mailbag and the latest news around the NFL. Bills UDFA safety Tariq Thompson discussed his transition from San Diego State to the NFL, what he plans to bring to the Bills defensive backs group, what he's learned already from veterans Jordan Poyer and Micah Hyde, and his early experiences during OTAs (1:03:55).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week’s Tasker's Teammate gave us the chance to catch up with former Bills LB and Northern Iowa DL coach Bryce Paup, who discussed his time in Buffalo and his relationship with Bills OL Spencer Brown (29:20). We asked which Bills offseason addition are you most looking forward to seeing in 2021 and why? We discussed the latest updates from the NFL when it comes to training camp rosters and the 2022 salary cap.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bills reporter Maddy Glab joined us with a look at the Bills Tuesday OTAs practice (11:30). Bills UDFA tight end Quintin Morris discussed his first few weeks in the NFL, his position switch from WR to TE in college at Bowling Green, his Senior Bowl experience, and his early rapport with QB Josh Allen (51:10). We heard from Sean McDermott and Allen as they addressed the media following today's OTA session (1:14:50). ESPN NFL analyst/former NFL safety Matt Bowen discussed Allen’s and Brian Daboll’s success, how QBs will fit with their new teams and early impact rookies (1:34:10). We asked what unproven player on the Bills roster must answer the bell this season?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We asked which athlete do you root for or have rooted for the hardest? ESPN NFL Writer Bill Barnwell discussed his predictions for when the first round rookie quarterbacks will play, examined possible Aaron Rodgers trade offers and Julio Jones’ discontent in Atlanta (1:33:20).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One Bills Lite is your weekly fresh, condensed version of One Bills Live. We discussed which QB from the 2018 draft class will sign a multi-year contract extension first. Chris Brown quizzed Steve Tasker on the career stat leaders among the ’18 QBs in ‘The Numbers Game’. NFL Network's James Palmer discussed what’s next for the 2018 QBs, the new 2021 class including top overall pick Trevor Lawrence, and the biggest impact of a 17-game schedule. We asked ‘One Burning Question’ - which 2018 QB takes the biggest leap forward in 2021?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week’s Tasker's Teammate gave us the chance to catch up with former Bills OT John Fina (29:50). Bills reporter Maddy Glab joined us to quiz Chris and Steve to guess that opponent/player (1:38:25). We examined your Bills/NFL questions in the OBL Friday Fan Mailbag.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We asked what's the biggest offseason decision the Bills have made so far? NFL Network's James Palmer discussed which 2018 first round QB will be first to get a contract extension, the changes Urban Meyer and Trevor Lawrence are bringing to the Jaguars, and the biggest impact of a 17-game schedule (1:35:20).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We asked which Bills player is primed for a breakout in their third year with the team? The Ringer's Kevin Clark discussed which team improved themselves the most in the AFC and in the AFC East this offseason and the future of Aaron Rodgers (1:33:30).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We asked how much stock do you put in the odds-makers making the Bills favorites in 15 of 17 games in 2021? Talk of Fame Network writer Rick Gosselin unveiled his all-time NFL undrafted team and his special teams rankings (47:00).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We asked which young AFC QB can do for their team in 2021 what Josh Allen did for the Bills last season? NFL Network reporter Aditi Kinkhabwala examined the Steelers offseason and their season opening matchup with the Bills in Week 1 (51:35).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One Bills Lite is your weekly fresh, condensed version of One Bills Live. We took a deep in-depth look at the Bills 2021 schedule including which games are most favorable, concerning and sneaky. Chris Brown quizzed Steve Tasker on the history of the Bills Week 1 opponents in ‘The Numbers Game’. ESPN SportsCenter host Kevin Connors shared his reaction to the team’s schedule, the rookie class, and his prediction if the Bills can ride their success into this season. We asked ‘Would You Believe It?’ - if the Bills will reach certain benchmarks in the 2021 campaign.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We opened up our weekly Friday Fan Mailbag to answer your most pressing Bills and NFL questions. It was an 'off the top rope' edition of this week’s Tasker's Teammate with former Bills LB and pro wrestler Monty Brown (26:50). We recapped day one of the team's rookie minicamp and heard from draft picks Rachad Wildgoose and Damar Hamlin. ESPN SportsCenter host Kevin Connors shared his reaction to the Bills schedule, the rookie class, and his prediction if the Bills can ride their success into 2021 (1:33:35).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We asked what's your biggest takeaway from the Bills 2021 schedule? Bills sixth round draft pick Marquez Stevenson discussed his career at Houston, his speedy skill set in the return game, being roommates with current Bills DT Ed Oliver, growing up in Shreveport, Louisiana and the influence from hometown friend Tre'Davious White (45:55). Former Jets safety and current analyst Erik Coleman shared some of his biggest takeaways from the Jets schedule, their recent draft class and the trade of Sam Darnold (1:34:20).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We asked Bills fans what's on their wish list for the 2021 schedule and discussed the Week 1 matchup as the Steelers visit Highmark Stadium on September 12th. We were joined by NFL VP of Broadcast Planning Michael North who shared the ins and outs of making an NFL schedule, the challenges and obstacles that go along with it, and the difficulty of adding a 17th regular season game (48:30).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discussed what would be the most ideal matchup for the Bills in the 2021 season opener and the latest news and notes from around the league, including Tim Tebow's possible return to the NFL. ESPN NFL Nation Patriots reporter Mike Reiss recapped the Patriots draft class, their offseason and shared some insight into when first round pick Mac Jones could take the field for New England at QB (50:30).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ESPN Packers reporter Rob Demovsky recapped the latest between the reported rift between the team and QB Aaron Rodgers (21:50). Bills fifth round pick Tommy Doyle discussed being drafted out of Miami (OH), growing up playing football and hockey in Edina, Minnesota, his hobby of ice fishing, winning the MAC Championship in college, and using his 6'8" frame to his advantage on the O-line (1:06:25). We also discussed the offseason program and what it may look like this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One Bills Lite is your weekly fresh, condensed version of One Bills Live. We examined the new QB landscape around the AFC East following the NFL Draft. Chris Brown quizzed Steve Tasker on the history of how quickly first round QBs debut in ‘The Numbers Game’. Bills GM Brandon Beane shared his thoughts on the team’s 2021 draft class, the free agent market, and an update on a possible extension for Josh Allen. We asked ‘One Burning Question’ - which rookie QBs could have the type of success Justin Herbert and Joe Burrow had in 2020?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bills long snapper Reid Ferguson discussed the new podcast he launched with his brother Blake, 'After the Snap’, the excitement of the birth of his daughter, and his most memorable moments as a Bill (51:50). We quizzed Steve in this week’s edition of Tasker’s Teammate (1:16:10). Bills third round draft pick Spencer Brown discussed his excitement being selected in the 2021 NFL Draft, the support from his hometown, his incredible transformation during his time at Northern Iowa, and his training experience with former All-Pro 49ers OT Joe Staley (1:33:55). We examined your Bills/NFL questions in the OBL Friday Fan Mailbag.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We asked what order will the AFC East teams finish in 2021 and why? Miami Herald columnist Armando Salguero recapped the Dolphins 2021 draft class and where the team’s roster stands now (1:02:30). Bills second round pick Boogie Basham looked back at being drafted by the team, his collegiate career at Wake Forest, what he plans to bring to the next level in the NFL, and how he excelled at WR & DE in high school down in Virginia (1:32:20). Bills reporter Maddy Glab explored which draft analysts were spot on with their mock drafts for the Bills (1:59:35).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bills GM Brandon Beane shared his thoughts on the team’s 2021 draft class, the free agent market, an update on a possible extension for Josh Allen, and gave some clarity on the team's offseason program (14:10). Bills first round pick Greg Rousseau discussed his draft night experience, his relationship with current NFL players, how he got into football playing Madden, how his high school experience as a WR & DB helped him better understand the game, and what he expects to bring to Buffalo and the NFL (48:00). Rachel's Mediterranean Grill Director of Operations Brandon Guzda shared how the “Rachel's Round Up" program helped John R. Oishei Children's Hospital.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spotrac founder/managing editor Mike Ginnitti discussed the Bills decision to pick up the fifth year option on QB Josh Allen and LB Tremaine Edmunds, what possible extensions could look like and his biggest takeaways from the draft (53:00). NFL Films' senior producer Greg Cosell shared his thoughts on the Bills 2021 draft class with a specific look at each player (1:35:10). We asked what will be the biggest impact from this year's Bills draft class?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We took a deep dive recapping the prospect haul from the Bills in the 2021 NFL Draft. NFL Network/NFL on CBS analyst Charles Davis examined the Bills draft class, explained why he was high on Bills first round pick Greg Rousseau (who he mock drafted to the Bills), shared some high praise for third round selection Spencer Brown and touched on the landscape of the AFC East after the draft (1:01:50). We asked what did you like and dislike from the Bills 2021 draft class and why?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We examined the Bills first round selection of Miami DE Greg Rousseau 30th overall. NFL Films senior producer Greg Cosell shared his thoughts on Rousseau as well as a number of other prospects still available for Rounds 2 and 3 tonight (1:33:25). Miami head football coach Manny Diaz discussed what it was like coaching Rousseau with the Hurricanes, why he feels the Bills first rounder is a steal, and his role in developing Rousseau into a dominant pass rusher (1:58:10).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We asked who is your ideal target for the Bills in tonight's first round of the NFL Draft? The Athletic's Joe Buscaglia discussed his latest mock draft selections for the Bills and some of his favorite prospects (49:40). Establish The Run founder/writer Evan Silva examined how tonight’s first round might play out and his Bills choice (1:36:40).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We began the show discussing the possible concerns fans may have with round one of the draft. Go Long founder/writer Tyler Dunne joined us to discuss his recent interview with RB Devin Singletary and how he's looking to breakout for the Bills in 2021 along with the latest news ahead of this week's NFL Draft (1:37:45).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discussed the latest news from around the league ahead of the start of the 2021 NFL Draft. We asked what would be a wild card pick for the Bills at #30 if the value at their position needs is gone? Pro Football Network draft analyst Tony Pauline joined the show to give his take on possible targets for the Bills and if a trade for a tight end is still in play (1:35:30). He also shared his thoughts on how the top of the first round might play out Thursday night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fox Sports College Football analyst/The Athletic writer Bruce Feldman shared his thoughts on this year’s draft prospects class and his mock draft choice for the Bills (50:30). Former Bills DT Kyle Williams looked back at being drafted by Buffalo in the fifth round of the 2006 NFL Draft, shared his advice to those making the jump from the collegiate level to the pros, discussed the team's current defense and why Buffalo is now a football destination (1:35:30). We asked if the top 10 selections are all offensive players, does that change your thoughts on what the Bills should do at #30?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One Bills Lite is your weekly fresh, condensed version of One Bills Live. We discussed the idea of trading late draft capital for future picks. Chris Brown quizzed Steve Tasker on the history of pick #61 in ‘The Numbers Game’. The Athletic NFL Draft analyst Dane Brugler discussed releasing his 2021 NFL Draft guide called 'The Beast’, his latest seven-round mock draft, which positions could be in range for the Bills and draft sleepers. We gave ‘My Best Guess’ for what positions the Bills may address with their first three picks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pro Football Hall of Fame and former Bills WR James Lofton joined us in this week’s edition of Tasker’s Teammate (29:00). NFL Films senior producer Greg Cosell analyzed his top prospects for next week’s NFL Draft as well as some possible fits for the Bills (51:00). Former UB running back Jaret Patterson discussed his preparation for the draft, his record-breaking career at Buffalo, and having his twin brother James on the team (1:35:35). We examined your Bills/NFL questions in the OBL Friday Fan Mailbag.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With just a week left until the start of the 2021 NFL Draft, we discussed which player you want the Bills to draft and which player you want to avoid. NBC Sports Edge analyst and founder of Sharp Football Analysis Warren Sharp gave us his take on the value of selecting a first round RB, trading up or down in the draft, and top WR prospects in this year's class (49:45). Maddy Glab rounded out the show with an update on her Buffalo Bills Mock Draft Watch 9.0 and her takeaways from GM Brandon Beane's pre-draft press conference (1:36:00).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discussed Bills GM Brandon Beane’s comments from Tuesday and asked if they changed your thinking on the Bills approach to this year's draft? The Athletic NFL Draft analyst Dane Brugler discussed releasing his 2021 NFL Draft guide called 'The Beast’, his latest seven-round mock draft, who he picked to go to the Bills and draft sleepers (49:30).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.