OBL 12/4: Thursday Practice Updates, Thurman Thomas On Run Game Dominance

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.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker recapped the Bills latest injury news and went around the NFL to discuss items from around the league, including the Patriots MNF win over the Giants. They asked the listeners can the Bills defense repeat last week's performance against Cincinnati? Former Bills center Mitch Morse joined the show to discuss the offensive line performance and run game success in the win over the Steelers. He went on to discuss the physicality he has seen of late and looked ahead to Sunday's game with the Bengals. ESPN NFL analyst Dan Orlovsky discussed the offensive approach last week and the defensive effort in the win. He went on to share his thoughts on Joe Burrow and the Bengals offense and where Buffalo can take advantage offensively. Finally, he looked at the AFC playoff picture heading into Week 14.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker discussed the Bills 26-7 win over the Steelers and recapped Week 14's slate of games from Sunday. They asked the listeners for their biggest takeaways from the victory. Bills team reporter Maddy Glab handed out her Maddy Awards. Alec Anderson, Ryan Van Demark, Christian Benford, Josh Allen, Shaq Thompson, and Joe Brady all took home honors. She also recognized the Bills rushing attack and the defensive effort in the run game. Radio color analyst Eric Wood shared his thoughts on the win, including the run game efficiency, getting the pass game back on track, and the defensive performance highlighted by Shaq Thompson. Finally, he discussed this weekend's matchup with the Bengals and the outlook for James Cook the rest of the season.

Maddy Glab and Steve Tasker recapped the injury situation for the Bills as the team held their final full practice before Sunday's game in Pittsburgh. The two opened up this week's Friday Fan Mailbag and went around the NFL. NFL Films' Greg Cosell joined the show to share his thoughts on this weekend's matchup, including the challenge for the Bills offensive line against the Steelers defense, the advantages Buffalo's offense may have, and the defensive approach against Aaron Rodgers. He then discussed what he wants to see out of the Bills as they head into the final stretch of games on the schedule. Finally, Maddy and Steve shared their keys to a Bills victory.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker updated the latest from today's practice as the team prepares for Sunday's game with the Steelers. They discussed the signing of veteran WR Brandin Cooks and went around the NFL. Bills SVP of Venue Operations and Guest Experience Andy Major joined the show to detail and outline the recent announcement that Bills fans will get a chance to own seats and other memorabilia from Highmark Stadium following the 2025 season. Hall of Famer Thurman Thomas then hopped on set to share his thoughts on the recent injury situation facing the team, the impact it may have on the offense, the current playoff picture in the AFC, and the signing of Cooks to the roster. Bills DB Jordan Hancock sat down with the guys to discuss his rookie campaign, the veteran leadership surrounding him, facing Aaron Rodgers on Sunday, and answered a fan question in this week's Timbits® Timeout presented by Tim Hortons. Finally, we heard from QB Josh Allen as he addressed the media following today's practice.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker updated the latest news from One Bills Drive, including the practice squad signing of DE Shaq Lawson. The guys went around the NFL and asked the listeners what kind of win will calm your nerves on Sunday vs. the Steelers? Former Bills center Mitch Morse joined the guys to share his biggest takeaways from the loss in Week 12 and looked at a bounce-back for the team in Week 13. ESPN NFL analyst Dan Orlovsky shared his thoughts on the loss in Houston and looked ahead to Sunday's matchup in Pittsburgh. He discussed the Steelers defensive issues, where the Bills may take advantage, and Pittsburgh's offense led by QB Aaron Rodgers.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker updated the latest injury situation with the Bills and the playoff picture as a whole following Sunday's games. They asked the listeners what did Week 12 tell us about the playoff picture in the AFC? Bills radio color analyst Eric Wood joined the show and shared his thoughts on the current injury situation and talked about the challenges the O-line and offense may face on the road Sunday against the Steelers. Boston Sports Journal NFL writer Mike Giardi joined the guys to discuss the landscape in the AFC and the Patriots recent winning streak.