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We discussed what the most underrated unit on the Bills roster is. Former Bills LB Lorenzo Alexander gave his thoughts on the recent racial injustices in America and how someone can help, talked about his retirement and discussed the Bills offseason (48:50). NFL Network's Steve Mariucci shared his thoughts on the Bills having a good chance to go deep this year and gave his input as a former NFL coach on how important culture is to a locker room (1:13:08).

We discussed what the biggest surprise for the Bills in 2020 would be. Maddy and Steve shared their heartfelt responses to the weekend's events in Buffalo and across America. USA Today's Nate Davis gave his thoughts on Bills rookie RB Zack Moss, talked about being classmates with Bills head coach Sean McDermott and Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin and shared his 2020 predictions (47:18). USA Football CEO Scott Hallenbeck discussed the new webinar series they're offering with the Buffalo Bills to help promote the best practices to advance coach and player development in football (1:51:40).

Owner and President of Bommarito Performance Systems Pete Bommarito joined One Bills Live on May 29, 2020 where he discussed his offseason workings with numerous Bills players, how he's taking precautions under the pandemic guidelines and his unique approach to keeping players in shape.

We talked about some of the biggest challenges for players this offseason. FOX Sports Rules Analyst Dean Blandino went in-depth on some of the NFL officiating rules that were passed for this season and discussed why others were not passed (48:43). Personal trainer Pete Bommarito discussed his offseason workings with numerous Bills players, how he's taking precautions under the pandemic guidelines and his unique approach to keeping players in shape (1:50:51).

We discussed which players on offense, other than Josh Allen, have the most to prove this season and why. We also debuted 'Tasker's Teammate' where Steve uses clues to guess his former teammate (1:13:51). Pro Football Focus' Solomon Wilcots talked about the reasons the Bills should be optimistic this season, which division has been revitalized the most this offseason and his thoughts on the Dak Prescott contract demands with the Cowboys (50:16).

We discussed which teams we would want to be the Bills biggest rival and why. Yahoo Sports' Charles Robinson talked about the NFL's plan to have coaches return to facilities and the slow reopening of the league state-by-state (1:09:59).

We discussed who were the worst cheaters in all of sports and the latest in the NFL's push to have training camps and a full season. NFL Network's Mike Giardi discussed opening up teams for preseason training, the AFC East QBs in 2020 and his thoughts on the Bills (1:33:29).

Bills DL Quinton Jefferson joined One Bills Live on May 21, 2020 where he talked about this decision to join a contender in Buffalo, his versatility he brings to the defensive line and his relationship with Dan Morgan and teammate Stefon Diggs.

Today was John Murphy's final day as host of One Bills Live, and he bid the crew and fans a farewell (2:04:55). ESPN football analyst Dan Orlovsky went in-depth on the NFL QBs heading into the 2020 season (47:20). The MMQB's Andrew Brandt talked about the minority hiring initiative in the NFL, the financial impact of no fans attending NFL games and the changes at QB in Green Bay (1:30:35). Bills DL Quinton Jefferson talked about this decision to join a contender in Buffalo, his versatility he brings to the defensive line and his relationship with Dan Morgan and teammate Stefon Diggs (1:53:28).

We discussed which Bills plater will make their first Pro Bowl this season and why. Former Bills GM Bill Polian talked about the impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on the NFL's offseason, his career with Buffalo and shared his thoughts on the current Bills and league (47:05). ESPN NFL analyst Domonique Foxworth went in-depth on the NFL's latest move to increase minority hiring's, his thoughts on the top QBs in the league and his run-in with Michael Jordan (1:27:51).

Former Bills GM Bill Polian joined One Bills Live on May 20, 2020 where he discussed the impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on the NFL's offseason, his career with Buffalo and shared his thoughts on the current Bills and league.

Former Bills LB Darryl Talley remembered teammate DE Ben Williams, talked about how Williams was a mentor to him as a rookie and shared his thoughts on the 2020 Bills. (24:56). NFL Network and Rams radio color analyst Maurice Jones-Drew shared his thoughts on the Bills RB duo of Zack Moss and Devin Singletary and previewed the Rams ahead of the 2020 season (49:03). USA Today's Jarrett Bell discussed the changes to the minority hiring process in the league and if the NFL will adjust in having fans in the stands this season and the concerns (1:29:42).

Former Bills LB Darryl Talley joined One Bills Live on May 19, 2020 where he remembered teammate DE Ben Williams and talked about how Williams was a mentor to him as a rookie. He also shared his thoughts on the 2020 Bills.

We discussed the likelihood for the Bills winning the AFC East in 2020. CBS Sports' Jason La Canfora shared his thoughts on the AFC East and talked about his Young QB Confidence Rankings (QBs 2018-2020) (50:04). Chargers play-by-play voice Matt "Money" Smith recapped the Chargers offseason and discussed Tyrod Taylor taking over at QB and Anthony Lynn entering his 4th season as head coach of the team (1:32:37).

We discussed the best ways for the Bills offense to take the next step in 2020. USA Today's Mark Schofield talked about why be believes Josh Allen's deep passing holds the key for the Bills in 20202 and other news around the league (48:45). Cardinals radio analyst and WNY native Ron Wolfley recapped Arizona's offseason changes (1:33:04).

Offseason trainer Bert Whigham discussed working out with current Bills players during the offseason in California and shared why he thinks Bills rookie WR Gabe Davis will be a perfect fit in Buffalo (33:03). ESPN Chiefs reporter Adam Teicher talked about the Chiefs offseason and discussed how the team could enter 2020 following their Super Bowl victory (54:53). Bills Hall of Fame WR Andre Reed discussed his COVID-19 relief efforts, the current state of the NFL and the 2020 Buffalo Bills (1:33:05).

Former Bills WR Hall of Famer Andre Reed joined One Bills Live on May 14, 2020 where he discussed his COVID-19 relief efforts, the current state of the NFL and the 2020 Buffalo Bills.

Bills LB Tyler Matakevich talked about his career in Pittsburgh as captain of special teams, what he will bring to the Bills defense and special teams and what he's looking forward to coming to Buffalo (27:00). Talk of Fame Network's Clark Judge on the difficulties on getting AFL players like Mike Stratton into the Pro Football Hall of Fame (51:44). CBS Sports' Jonathan Jones discussed the idea of having a 2020 season without fans in the stands and the financial impacts that plan could have on the NFL (1:31:56).

Bills LB Tyler Matakevich joined One Bills Live on May 13, 2020 where he talked about his career in Pittsburgh as captain of special teams, what he will bring to the Bills defense and special teams and what he's looking forward to coming to Buffalo.

We discussed reasons why the national expectations are high for the Bills in 2020. Titans radio analyst and former NFL safety Blaine Bishop reacted to the Titans 2020 schedule and recapped Tennessee's offseason (53:32). Bleacher Report's Tyler Dunne went in depth on his article 'What Sammy Watkins Believes' (1:34:32).

We discussed which matchups we are most looking forward to from the 2020 season. Vegas National reporter Vincent Bonsignore talked about the Raiders move to Vegas, the imminent QB battle between Derek Carr and Marcus Mariota and recapped the Raiders offseason (49:00). Bills Reporter Maddy Glab gave her reaction to the Bills schedule, shared which games she's most looking forward to this season and played some True/False (1:32:56).

We discussed what we think are the toughest and easiest stretches are in the schedule for the Bills. ESPN's Mike Clay discussed the release of the Bills schedule and why it will be tough after their Week 11 bye (49:00). Bills Insider Chris Brown gave his takeaway of the Bills 2020 schedule and a rundown of the recently signed UDFAs (1:32:02).

We discussed what we'd like to see in the Bills 2020 schedule. NFL Network analyst and former NFL receiver Steve Smith Sr. discussed how he prepares for opponents the moment after the schedule is released (50:03). Yahoo Sports' Frank Schwab talked about the best possible matchups this season and the Bills biggest rivalry (1:32:18).

The MMQB's Conor Orr talked about what the NFL season could look like in 2020 amid COVID-19 and pushing for the Bills to be inside the top 5 in the SI.com power rankings (50:20). WROC-TV's Thad Brown gave his prediction for all 48 primetime games in 2020, his thoughts on the Bills schedule and the roster changes from this offseason (1:10:07). Bills DT Harrison Phillips discussed his rehab, how virtual offseason training has been going, his thoughts on the team's offseason moves and donating food to medical staff in WNY fighting on the front lines during this pandemic (1:47:14).

Bills DT Harrison Phillips joined One Bills Live on May 6, 2020 where he discussed his rehab, how virtual offseason training has been going, his thoughts on the team's offseason moves and donating food to medical staff in WNY fighting on the front lines during this pandemic.