OBL 5/18: Game 7 Vs. One And Done Playoff Format; Eric Wood On New Radio Broadcast Partner

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker reunite as the team kicks off OTAs. They also shared their excitement for tonight's Canadiens-Sabres Game 7 matchup downtown. The two asked the listeners where does a Game 7 rank in comparison to a one and done playoff format? Then then went around the NFL to discuss the latest news and notes from the league. Bills radio color analyst and former Pro Bowl center Eric Wood joined the show to discuss the team's new radio partnership with Cumulus Media. They talked about the excitement in returning to the airwaves for the 2026 season, the opening of Highmark Stadium, and the schedule as a whole.

Chris Brown and Maddy Glab updated the latest news from One Bills Drive, which included the announcement of a new radio home for games in Cumulus Media. The two then shared news from around the NFL and asked the listeners for their biggest takeaways from the Bills 2026 schedule. NFL VP of broadcast planning Mike North joined the show to dissect the construction of the schedule as a whole and the importance the league put on the Bills to be featured in primetime and marque windows. Finally, Brownie and Maddy opened up this week's Friday Fan Mailbag to answer the listeners most pressing questions.

Chris Brown and Maddy Glab shared all the latest rumors and announcements when it comes to the anticipated release of the 2026 schedule. They asked the listeners how do you feel about the Bills possibly playing a home game on Thanksgiving? The two then went around the NFL to discuss news and notes from the league. Bills VP of Stadium Development John Polka joined One Bills Live to update the progress of Highmark Stadium ahead of its anticipated opening later this summer. He shared details on the technological advancements, the magnitude of the signage that recently went up, and the anticipation for the 2026 season.

Chris Brown and Maddy Glab laid out the latest news and notes from One Bills Live and the NFL, including the recently announced international slate of games for the 2026 season. The two then asked the listeners what are your scheduling preferences for the Bills home slate this season? USA Today NFL Insider Tyler Dragon then joined the show to share his thoughts on the top ranked Super Bowl matchups, which includes the Bills at Rams at #1. He then shared his overall thoughts on the Bills, discussed which new addition will have the biggest impact on the roster, and talked about the Week 1 matchup he could see for Buffalo.

Chris Brown and Maddy Glab discussed the announcement of the Bills Week 2 matchup with the Lions to open Highmark Stadium. They shared the latest news and asked the listeners where do you want the Bills to go Week 1 to start the 2026 season? Bills RB Ray Davis discussed an upcoming movie portraying his life story with his journey from foster care to the NFL along with the continued involvement to help those in the foster care system. Former Bills QB and Amazon Prime NFL analyst Ryan Fitzpatrick hopped on to talk about his excitement for the home opener on Thursday Night Football for Bills-Lions. He discussed the popularity rise with TNF on Amazon, his continued involvement, and what he expects from the matchup. He shared his thoughts on the new direction of Buffalo under Joe Brady and the roster additions from this past offseason.

Chris Brown and Buffalo Rumblings Site Producer Chris Trapasso updated the latest news from One Bills Live, including their observations of Buffalo's rookie minicamp and latest free agent moves. The two went around the NFL and asked the listeners what is your ideal home opener scenario for the Bills? They then discussed the roster as a whole following the draft and the rookies who could see significant playing time during the 2026 campaign.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker updated the latest news from around the NFL, including the announcement of the release of the 2026 schedule that comes next Thursday. The guys discussed the signings of Buffalo's undrafted free agents and shared their initial thoughts on rookie minicamp that got underway today. The two then opened up this week's Friday Fan Mailbag to answer the listeners most pressing questions. Hollywood actor, producer, director, and writer Bill Fichtner joined the show. He discussed his initial impressions of Highmark Stadium following his tour of the Bills new home. He went on to talk about 'banging the drum' ahead of the Sabres playoff game with the Canadiens and his overall passion for Buffalo sports.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker updated the latest news from One Bills Drive and around the NFL and recapped the Sabres 4-2 playoff win over the Canadiens. They then asked the listeners who is the Bills biggest rival heading into the 2026 season?