OBL 12/12: Final Practice Updates, Bob Socci And Greg Cosell Preview Bills At Patriots

Steve Tasker and NFL draft and player analyst Chris Trapasso broke down the latest news ahead of Sunday's game with the Patriots, including updates to the injury situation. They guys went around the NFL and opened up this week's mailbag to answer fans questions. Patriots play-by-play voice Bob Socci joined the show to share his thoughts on the biggest differences he's seen in the two teams from their Week 5 matchup, Mike Vrabel's leadership in their 10-game win streak, and New England's defensive struggles in the redzone. NFL Films senior producer Greg Cosell joined the two to recap the win over the Bengals, including Josh Allen's late game heroics. He went on to discuss this weekend's matchup where he talked about Josh McDaniel's job in helping Drake Maye's progress, some possible weaknesses the second year QB has shown, and how he may fare against a Sean McDermott defense. Finally, they shared their keys to a Bills victory over the Patriots on Sunday.

Maddy Glab and Steve Tasker updated the latest from One Bills Drive as the team returned to practice ahead of Sunday's game at New England. They went around the NFL and asked the listeners for their keys to a Bills victory over the Patriots? Hall of Fame RB Thurman Thomas sat down on the show to share his thoughts on this weekend's matchup. He talked about Buffalo's offensive approach, importance of the run game, and the progression of Patriots QB Drake Maye under offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels. Finally, NFL on CBS sideline reporter Evan Washburn joined the show. He talked about the history of the rivalry and how this game differs from their Week 5 meeting. He discussed the progression of Patriots QB Drake Maye, where the Bills may have an edge offensively, and the type of team he sees the Bills becoming heading into the playoffs.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker shared the latest practice updates as the team held a walk through ahead of Sunday's game with the Patriots. The two went around the NFL and asked the listeners what's the biggest difference in this week's matchup with the Patriots compared to Week 5? Bills CB Maxwell Hairston joined the show after practice. He discussed his rookie campaign so far after overcoming a knee injury to start the season, the chemistry he has with his teammates, and overcoming the mental hurdles faced in the NFL. He also answered a fan questions in our TIm Hortons Timbits® Timeout. Finally, we heard from QB Josh Allen as he met with the media.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker updated the Bills injury situation and went around the NFL. They asked the listeners how comfortable are you with the current playoff standings in the AFC? Mitch Morse laid out his 'From the Arm Chair' segment to discuss the Bills use of play action, Chistian Benford's impact on the defense, and the execution by the offense at the end of the game. ESPN NFL analyst Dan Orlovsky shared his thoughts on the Bills win over the Bengals and looked ahead to Sunday's matchup with the Patriots. He discussed Josh Allen's big play ability, the expectations for Buffalo's defense down the stretch, and the playoff picture as it stands after Week 14. Finally, we shared our latest Wegmans Tailgate Tagalong as Brownie and Tasker hit the lots prior to Sunday's home game with Cincinnati.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker recapped the Bills 39-34 win over the Bengals. They asked the listeners for their biggest takeaways from the victory and went around the NFL to dissect Week 14 in the NFL. Bills team reporter Maddy Glab joined the show to dish out this week's Maddy Awards. Radio color analyst and former Pro Bowl center Eric Wood shared his analysis of the win and looked ahead to Sunday's AFC East matchup with the Patriots.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker laid out the latest injury updates for the Bills ahead of Sunday's game with the Bengals. They guys then opened up this week's Fan Friday Mailbag to answer the listeners most pressing questions and went around the NFL. NFL Films senior producer Greg Cosell joined the show for his in-depth game preview. He talked about the Bengals defensive struggles, where the Bills offense can take advantage, and Buffalo's defensive approach as of late. He also looked at the rising Cincinnati offense led by Joe Burrow. Finally, the guys shared their keys to a Bills victory.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker laid out the latest practice updates as the team returned to the field. They asked the listener what will be the difference making factor for a Bills win Sunday against the Bengals? The guys then went around the NFL to discuss news from the league. Hall of Fame RB Thurman Thomas joined the show. He shared his thoughts on the run game success the Bills had in their win over the Steelers, James Cook's production this season, and the offensive line's performance. He went on to talk about this weekend's game with the Bengals and his impressions of Shaq Thompson and the leadership he brings to the defense.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker updated the latest practice updates as the team held a walk through this afternoon. The guys then went around the NFL to discuss news and notes from the league. Bills LB Shaq Thompson joined the guys to discuss his increased role of late, how he's challenging the defense, his adversity he's faced in sports, and answered a fan question on this week's Timbits® Timeout presented by Tim Hortons. ESPN Bengals reporter Ben Baby hopped on the show to share the latest out of Cincinnati ahead of Sunday's game in Orchard Park. Finally, we heard from QB Josh Allen as he addressed the media following today's practice.