OBL 7/15: Bills Rookie To Exceed Expectations

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker updated the latest news from One Bills Drive as rookies report ahead of next week's training camp. The two went around the NFL to update latest signings and team uniform reveals from around the league. They then asked the listeners which Bills rookie is most likely to exceed expectations?

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker reunited after their summer break to discuss and recap all the latest NFL news. They shared their thoughts on ESPN's QB rankings and Josh Allen's No. 2 placement on the list. They asked the listeners what will draw most of your attention at this year's Bills Training Camp? NFL Analyst for The Ringer Steven Ruiz joined the show to talk about the offseason grades for each team in the AFC East and his overall thoughts on the Bills, including Josh Allen's progression and the improvement he sees with the WR room. He then talked about his recent piece that dissects the golden age of cornerback-wide receiver beef.

Maddy Glab and WIVB-TV sports reporter/anchor Carl Jones kicked off today's show with their overall thoughts on the Bills ahead of training camp. The two then went around the NFL, asked the listeners which Bills position group will surprise us the most in 2025 and answered questions in this week's mailbag. The Draft Network's Justin Melo joined the show to discuss Buffalo's 2025 draft class. He shared his thoughts on a handful of the team's top picks, including Maxwell Hairston, Landon, Jackson, Deone Walker, and Jackson Hawes. He discussed his pre-draft interviews with the Bills' selections and discussed the possible projections for their rookie season.

WIVB-TV sports reporter/anchor Carl Jones rejoined the show to host with Steve Tasker. The two discussed the latest news from around the league, including Josh Allen's rank in Sharp Football Analysis' QB rankings. They asked the listeners what new wrinkle do you want the Bills to utilize on offense or defense this season? Pro Football Focus analyst Trevor Sikkema joined the show. He discussed his top coordinators we should keep an eye on in 2025, including Bills OC Joe Brady. He talked about the Bills draft selections this year, specifically pass rusher Landon Jackson and DT Deone Walker. Trevor went on to share his thoughts on the best players on the Bills defense, James Cook's versatility, and Buffalo's wide receiver group as a whole. Finally, he discussed his latest division rankings and the Bills 2025 schedule.

Steve Tasker and WIVB-TV sports reporter/anchor Carl Jones hosted today's show. The two updated the latest news and notes from around the league, including their thoughts on season 2 of Netflix's 'Quarterback' series. They asked the listeners who are you rooting for the most during Bills Training Camp? NFL writer from The Athletic Jacob Robinson joined the show. He shared his thoughts on the AFC East ahead of the 2025 season. He discussed why he thinks the Bills are primed to win the division once again, his feelings on the team's RB room, and why he looks for Joshua Palmer to have a breakout season. Defensively, he talked about the Bills makeover along the defensive line and the depth they have created. He went on to discuss the Dolphins, Jets, Patriots, and some of the other teams Buffalo will face this upcoming season.

Maddy Glab and Steve Tasker discussed the latest news from One Bills Drive and around the NFL, including James Cook's placement on the NFL's Top 100 list and his ranking from ESPN's recent survey of top running backs. They asked the listeners where is your confidence in the Bills running back room? Fox Sports NFL Reporter Greg Auman joined the show to talk about whether home field is an advantage for teams and the Bills success in Orchard Park over the last few years. He went on to discuss the raising success rate on 4th down, the impact of the Tush Push for some teams, and the lack of two-point conversations in the NFL. Finally, he shared his thoughts on the NFC South who are the Bills game slate this season.

Chris Brown and Maddy Glab went around the league and opened the OBL Fan Mailbag to answer your most pressing Bills and NFL questions. NFL Network national NFL reporter Cameron Wolfe discussed the Bills new-look defensive line, James Cook's outlook, the Dolphins offseason and first round pick Shemar Stewart's impasse with the Bengals.

Chris Brown and Maddy Glab recapped the latest news and asked in your opinion, what's been the biggest storyline surrounding the Bills this offseason? ESPN NFL senior reporter Jeremy Fowler discussed NFL executives and scouts picking their favorite 2025 offseason moves and which team in the AFC East did the most to improve.