The Buffalo Beat: A show about the Buffalo Bills

The first night of the NFL Draft is all wrapped up, and taping it between 2:15 and 3:25 am, Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn bring you their impressions of how the first round was handled by the Buffalo Bills, their thoughts on Ed Oliver, and what we learned about Bills GM Brandon Beane. Plus, there was a healthy discussion on what the Bills do in round two, some cereal talk, and some drop-ins from our friends with the cleaning crew at One Bills Drive. Not to mention, friend of the pod Tim Graham joined in on the fun. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys have returned ahead of the NFL Draft to put together the second annual PodMock, which has Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn playing the role of GM, fielding trade calls, and selecting players for the first 15 teams in the NFL Draft. How does the board fall for the Buffalo Bills at 9, and what should we be thinking about heading into the 2019 NFL Draft on Thursday? This episode has all that and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 2019 NFL Draft is now under 10 days away, meaning GM Brandon Beane is closer to being able to add, what he hopes to be, an impact player to his roster. In this episode, Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss their takeaways from Beane's press conference on Monday, what it could mean for their first-round pick, and then they debate the merits of the Bills trading up to attain a player they might not have a chance at drafting at ninth overall. Plus, the first giveaway of the offseason! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills and the rest of the NFL are merely two weeks away from the 2019 NFL Draft, so as we get closer it's time to get in depth about all of the possibilities for the team at 9th overall. Should the Bills seriously consider taking an offensive tackle with their first-round selection, or is a defensive lineman too good to pass up? What about a tight end? Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss all of it in the newest episode including plenty of names and how they would fit the current Bills setup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Now that free agency is mostly over with to a grand degree, the focus shifts into the draft and how the Buffalo Bills might approach that. The team now has Cole Beasley and John Brown to go along with Zay Jones and Robert Foster. What does that do to the need of wide receiver and where they might consider drafting one? Plus, is DK Metcalf worth it to them at 9th overall as so many have linked the Bills? Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss those topics, some of the other receivers available -- including Iowa State's Hakeem Butler -- and, at long last, they crown a champion of the 2018 "Come on, Darlene!" bracket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills went through the first wave of free agency and came away with a lot more talent on offense than what they had going in. Just days after the signings, Bills GM Brandon Beane joined Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn on the Bills Beat for the first time and discussed free agency, some of the players currently on the roster, and even a little dip into the draft. After that, the guys discuss the impact of the offensive linemen and the wide receivers on young players like Dion Dawkins, Zay Jones, and Robert Foster. Plus, some initial draft talk! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills went through a whirlwind Monday to add four players to the roster -- three of which on the offensive side. Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss all the moves made on Monday -- and to keep in mind, this was recorded shortly before the moves to sign John Brown, Cole Beasley, and Ty Nsekhe. The guys will be doing another podcast on those later in the week. Also, the Come On, Darlene final four results! Who made it to the final? Vote here for the winner: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ComeOnDarleneTheChampionship Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a rip-roaring eight hours of overnight wondering whether or not the Bills actually had traded for Pittsburgh WR Antonio Brown, the window was slammed shut when GM Brandon Beane said they were moving on. However, past the move that wasn't, it opens up plenty of new questions. What does this say about Brandon Beane and where the Bills think they are? How does it have an impact on how we view the way that the Bills will look to add to the roster? Did they get saved from a massive headache in the future? Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss it all, and reveal the 'Come on, Darlene' Elite Eight results. Want to vote in the final four? Here's the link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ComeOnDarleneFinalFour Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The NFL kicks back into gear this week with the 2019 NFL Combine, and Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn convene to discuss the importance of the week with the Buffalo Bills in mind. Plus, some talk about the shaping of the offensive line, Dion Dawkins, Shaq Lawson, and some positions they need. Plus, we're down to the Elite Eight in the 'Come on, Darlene!' bracket! Vote for the next round here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/F3ZZXYY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills made their first free agent signing when they brought in interior offensive lineman Spencer Long, which brought along some panic that he was their answer for one of the starting roles up for grabs based on the initial contract numbers. Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn make sense of it all, and discuss the plan for the offensive line at length in this week's episode. Plus, the results of the first round of the 'Come on, Darlene!' bracket and the revealing of the Sweet 16 matchups. To vote, click here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NRSFNTL Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the Super Bowl around the corner, that means the entire league will start to focus on free agency as soon as the weekend is complete and a new champion is crowned. Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss, at length, the possible prioritization of positions for the Bills in 2019 free agency when considering the classes available, the value of the position to the team, and what good spending is in today's NFL. Plus, the results of the play-In round of the 'Come on, Darlene!' bracket is in. To vote in the first round, click here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LWRFKXR Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Before the guys got to the most heavily anticipated bracket reveal in mid-January, they first discuss the idea of the Bills drafting a defensive player in the first round and why you shouldn't be surprised if it happens. Then, Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn reveal the bracket and the matchups of the first round. To cast your vote on the play-in round, click here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2Q5DTJH Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills are now over one week into the offseason, and the Bills Beat brings you their first podcast of the offseason. Among the discussions, do Bills fans feel left behind with the explosion of teams hiring offensive coaches? Also, what should you make of Brandon Beane's job after a full year-and-a-half? Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn get into all of it in the first episode of 2019. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills ended their season on a high note, with a thorough 42-17 thrashing of the Miami Dolphins to improve their record to 6-10 on the season. In a day that those in attendance won't soon forget, Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn reflect on Kyle Williams' final game, Josh Allen's five TD day, the progress the youth showed, and one banger of a Come on, Darlene award section. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills couldn't quite make it three losses in a row for the New England Patriots, losing to the AFC East division champs 24-12, and dropping to 5-10 on the season. Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss Josh Allen's slow start and his response in-game, the talent surrounding him, the LeSean McCoy conundrum, and some offseason stuff, too. Plus, the awards! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills and the progress that they've made are up against their stiffest test since Josh Allen came back from an elbow sprain in November. On Sunday, they'll be up against the New England Patriots which will serve as a great gauge game against the class of the AFC East. Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss the matchup, along with the significance in what is one of their most important games of the season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After the Bills win over the Lions, Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn -- along with special guests Tim Graham and even a cameo from John Wawrow -- discuss the changes Josh Allen has made to the way people think about the Bills and their future with his performances over the last month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills are preparing to take on the Detroit Lions this coming weekend, though rookie quarterback Josh Allen has come under fire from some national pundits that have had some staunchly negative reviews of his first eight starts. Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss this, and broader points about the quarterback position as to how to truly gauge players as they go through their careers. That, plus a quick Bills-Lions preview with predictions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills lost their second straight contest, this time to the New York Jets, but once again their rookie quarterback Josh Allen was the best offensive player they had -- even if he had a few regrettable moments that cost his team. Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss Allen's day, the offensive line, the special teams, and how it all relates to the offseason in more of a big picture pod. Plus, a fun fact about one of us that you won't soon forget. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills made the move to release wide receiver Kelvin Benjamin from the roster, and Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss his time with the team from beginning to end, and what it means for the younger players moving forward. Beyond that, the guys diagnose the first Josh Allen vs. Sam Darnold battle, and provide a prediction for Sunday's game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills fell just short of collecting their third straight victory, but during the loss to the Miami Dolphins, rookie quarterback Josh Allen did something a bit different than Bills fans are accustomed to seeing. He instilled hope and confidence, in that there might be something to this rookie quarterback for the future. Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss Allen, LeSean McCoy, Charles Clay, special teams, and much more in this postgame edition of the podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills will be going for their third straight victory on Sunday against the Miami Dolphins, but more importantly, how can Josh Allen build from his best game as a pro -- especially when he'll be defended a bit differently? Also, with LeSean McCoy's struggles in 2018, is it time to start worrying about the Bills' top running back? Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss all of that in addition to giving their predictions for the upcoming game against the Dolphins. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills have collected their fourth victory of the season following a win over Jacksonville that, above all else, featured Josh Allen playing his best game since becoming a member of the Bills. Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss Allen's performance along with his potential considering the signs he showed on Sunday, the brawl that changed the course of the game in the third quarter, and somehow diverting into how head coaches would fare in a melee of their own. Plus, awards! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills are back from their bye week, and Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss what's to come for the team in their upcoming game with the Jacksonville Jaguars. What is fair to expect from Josh Allen in his first game back from an injury? How will he perform against a talented Jaguars defense? And at long last, we answer the question, who is atop and at the bottom of the stretching power rankings? All that, plus a prediction of the game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills are on their bye week, and after a big win over the New York Jets, Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn get together for their lone episode of the week. And along for the ride joining in on the fun, as promised, is well-known fan Michael Parthum as co-host for the bye week extravaganza. And not to mention, Tim Graham joins us, as only Tim can. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

No one could have predicted what we all witnessed on Sunday, but the Matt Barkley-led Buffalo Bills went into MetLife Stadium and stomped on the Jets 41-10, giving Buffalo their third victory of the season. Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss Matt Barkley's day, his role moving forward, some of the other standouts from the game, and what to do with Nathan Peterman. Plus, we've got a new award, people! Look alive! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After four straight losses, the Buffalo Bills may have a bit of hope on the horizon. Rookie quarterback Josh Allen began throwing in practice this weeks and the possibility of him starting against the New York Jets on Sunday still exists. What are the pros and cons of starting Allen this weekend, and can the Bills actually win with Allen in the lineup? Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss it all on Thursday's episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills lost their fourth game in a row, this time getting blown out by the Chicago Bears 41-9. and are now 2-7 on the 2018 season. Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss the offense, bigger picture things included with that offense, how the defense never stood a chance, plus an award section that will bring some of the biggest competition to the end of year bracket that we've seen yet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For the third time in four weeks, the Buffalo Bills will have a different starting quarterback, and in Week Nine against Chicago, it's none other than the embattled Nathan Peterman. Can fans expect the same, or is Peterman going to play like he's got nothing to lose? Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss Peterman, the new wide receiver Terrelle Pryor, and how the Bills match up with the Bears -- along with predictions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills couldn't quite pull the upset on Monday, losing to the New England Patriots once again and providing even more questions about the offensive side of the ball. Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss the seeming hoplessness of the offense, and what it means to the future building of the organization. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At 2-5, with a pretty good look at 2-6 on the horizon, the Buffalo Bills are now under a week away from the NFL trade deadline. With some veteran pieces on offense that could be used elsewhere in the NFL, Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss the complexities involved with dealing a player like LeSean McCoy or Kelvin Benjamin as they navigate the second half of the season -- likely with a rookie quarterback. Plus, a quick Bills-Patriots preview and prediction, and perhaps a Bills Beat scoopy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills lost to the Indianapolis Colts by a score of 37-5 on Sunday, which dropped their record to 2-5 on the season. And as fans were watching the game, some took to social media to really wonder if Sean McDermott was the right man for the job. Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss both that, and the job of Brian Daboll to this point in their newest episode. Plus, a 'Come on, Darlene' segment that won't soon be forgotten thanks to special guest Tim Graham. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills, now 2-4 on the season, head back on the road one more time -- only this time without rookie quarterback Josh Allen steering the ship on offense. Instead, it will be Derek Anderson -- the 35-year-old longtime backup quarterback, who will have exactly six practices under his belt by the time the game is here. What might the offense look like with him, and do they have a chance at a win? Also, Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss Josh Allen and the area of his game, through five games, that needs the most refinement. Not to mention, a Bills-Colts prediction! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills are now 2-4 on the season after their loss to the Houston Texans. Of course, Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss the Josh Allen injury and the subsequent Nathan Peterman implosion and what it means for each player, but then they dive deeper into how the organization has mismanaged the quarterback position since January 2017. It's a big picture pod, and a conversation that has been on the way for quite some time now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills had a couple of compelling stories find them in Week Six, as trade speculation around LeSean McCoy ramped up over the last few days, and the Bills signed veteran quarterback Derek Anderson. Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss the pros and cons of dealing McCoy and if the Bills should do it, plus, a response to those that think it's a good idea for Derek Anderson to actually start in games in 2018. Also, a Bills-Texans prediction! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills got back to the win column on Sunday, defeating the Tennessee Titans 13-12 at home. The defense certainly looked the part, but where does this offense go moving forward, and how should they approach the game plan for Josh Allen past this week? Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss the entire game and dive into the deeper issues surrounding the Bills offense at the present moment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills are 1-3 through the first 25-percent of the 2018 season, and rather than focusing on just the week ahead, Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss the broader points of where this regime for the Bills is at currently. It starts with a conversation about Kelvin Benjamin, and then extends into the concept of culture, roster building, and the decisions they've made to this point. Plus, a preview and prediction of the Week 5 matchup with the Tennessee Titans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a Week Three victory that no one expected, we saw the Buffalo Bills come back on the road in Week Four with a loss that was closer to their first two games of the 2018 season. The defense held their own after the first few series, but the offense was nowhere to be found. Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn take a deep dive into the offensive problems, and bring on a special guest to discuss it all, too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills got a shock victory in Week 3, but can the offense and the manufactured offensive attack they showed sustain itself for their Week 4 matchup with Green Bay and beyond? Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss that, the biggest weakness on the Bills roster, the possibility of Rishard Matthews, and they preview the matchup against the Packers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills shocked everyone in the NFL with their 27-6 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. What did we glean from the win? Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss, at length, the performances of Josh Allen and the individual defensive standouts. Plus, the guys raise a question that needs to be considered when it comes to wide receiver Kelvin Benjamin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Now 0-2 on the season, the Buffalo Bills have seen both sides of the ball underperform in their two losses. Might the Bills have the talent and potential to improve on the defensive side of the ball -- as we saw in the second half against the Chargers? What is the key to doing all that? Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss that at length in the mid-week episode, along with how the Bills stack up against the Minnesota Vikings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills are now 0-2 on the season, but they've got some things to draw on from their most recent loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. Josh Allen is officially debuted, and Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn convene to discuss how he looked and where he goes from here. Plus, some switches that they'd like to see permanent with the Bills. And the Vontae Davis situation, which will probably go down as one of the most bizarre gameday situations you'll ever encounter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills officially named rookie quarterback Josh Allen the starter for Week Two, and for what they hope, a long time to come. So now that Allen is in, what can we expect? Was it the right move? And do the Bills have a chance on Sunday? Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn tackle all of these questions in the newest episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following the Buffalo Bills' 47-3 drubbing given to them from the Baltimore Ravens, the quarterback question remains on everyone's mind. What should Sean McDermott do for Week Two, and is that different from what he will do? Plus, Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn take the defense to task for failing to be the thing to keep the team afloat after all these highly touted acquisitions. And hey, the first two official entrants in the 'Come on, Darlene!' bracket! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've talked quite a bit about the quarterbacks, but as for the defense, there hasn't been as much chatter about the unit that the Bills will be depending on in the season. Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn go through each position, strengths and weaknesses, biggest questions, and potential pitfalls for the 2018 Bills. Plus, predictions for Week One! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills officially named Nathan Peterman as their starting quarterback, but as Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss, how long is that leash? It all revolves around Josh Allen and the number of elements that directly impact when, likely not if, the rookie will see the field in 2018. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The preseason is officially done in the NFL, which means Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn get to reconvene one last time before the Bills make all their final cuts and get the roster down to just 53 names. What does the future hold for AJ McCarron? What did Brandon Beane say to get Joe's neurotic mind working about Josh Allen potentially starting? Which players helped their cause on Thursday? And will Matt Bové ever find out that he made his unofficial debut on the Bills Beat? It's all in the episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buffalo Bills have one more game of the preseason left, and Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn are in Chicago for the game against the Bears. Among the discussion today, they talk about the possibilities of moving AJ McCarron with all the backup quarterback movement that's happened in the NFL, how much to play Josh Allen, a few positions that will have fierce battles on Thursday, and Matthew's longstanding love of Bears QB3 Tyler Bray. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following the Buffalo Bills' third preseason game, Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn got together to discuss Josh Allen's first start, Nathan Peterman and if he's getting close to winning the job, and what to do with AJ McCarron who seems to be lagging behind. Plus, some offensive line and cornerback chatter, and the introduction of the first ever Dri Archer Award. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Just a pair of days ahead of one of the most heavily anticipated preseason games for the Buffalo Bills in recent memory, Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss all the different factors that go into Josh Allen's first start, if he can win the job on Sunday, and what that might mean for AJ McCarron. Plus, a discussion of an end-of-season idea that Bills Beat listeners are sure to get behind. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.