OBL 8/13: Reaction To James Cook's Extension, Michael Hoecht And ESPN's Kevin Clark

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker shared their thoughts on the 4-year contract extension for Bills RB James Cook. We heard from Cook after today's practice as he discussed his new deal and the process that went along with it. The guys went around the NFL to share the latest news and notes from the league. Bills DL Michael Hoecht sat down after practice to discuss why he signed in Buffalo, his goals for the season, and the chemistry he's building with his teammates. ESPN's 'This is Football' host Kevin Clark joined the show to share his thoughts on the Cook extension, his overall take on the Bills ahead of the season, the competition in the division and the AFC as a whole. Finally, we heard from LB Joe Andreessen as he addressed the media following today's practice.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker shared the latest updates as the team got back on the practice field Tuesday, including the return of RB James Cook. The guys went around the NFL and recapped their thoughts from the Bills preseason opener. Bills RB Ray Davis sat down after practice to discuss his participation for the 2025 season, the new talent added to the offense, and his extra point he made last weekend. NFL Films senior producer Greg Cosell joined the show to discuss his evaluation of the Bills preseason opener. He discussed the defensive line, Dorian strong, Jordan Hancock, Tyrell Shavers, Laviska Shenault, Joe Andreessen, Joey Bosa, and the run defense as a whole. Finally, we heard from QB Josh Allen as he addressed the media following today's practice.

Chris Brown and Maddy Glab shared the latest news from One Bills Drive following the Buffalo's preseason debut. They shared their thoughts on who stuck out, areas that impressed them, and the things that the team might need to improve on. They asked the listeners for their biggest takeaways from the team's performance against the Giants. They then discussed the preseason slate from the weekend and the rest of the news from around the NFL.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker updated all the latest injury situation and signings from One Bills Drive as the team prepares for Saturday's preseason game vs. the Giants. The guys then went around the NFL and opened up this week's mailbag to answer the listeners most pressing questions. ESPN reporter Jordan Raanan joined the show to setup tomorrow afternoon's game from a Giants perspective. He discussed how rookie QB Jaxson Dart is progressing, the early positive impressions from Abdul Carter, and who is looking to make an impact for the team as the preseason kicks off.

Maddy Glab and Steve Tasker recapped the last few weeks at St. John Fisher University as the team broke camp Thursday morning. They updated the latest injury situation, head coach Sean McDermott's plan for the first preseason game, and their favorite moments from this year's camp. Maddy then shared her 2025 Training Camp Awards, which included honors for MVP, most exciting newcomers, top rookies, most consistent players, biggest surprises, and the most improved player. We asked the listeners who or what will you have your eye on in Saturday's preseason opener vs. the Giants? Finally, we heard from QB Josh Allen as he addressed the media after today's practice.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker recapped all the happenings on the field from day 11 of Bills Training Camp. The two then shared the latest from around the NFL. Bills guard O'Cyrus Torrence joined the show after practice to discuss his first two seasons in the league, the difference with the offense this season, his adjustments in the heat during camp, and the players who have stuck out to him early on. NFL on CBS studio analyst and CBS Mornings co-anchor Nate Burleson sat down on set to discuss his involvement with HBO's Hard Knocks, his overall thoughts on the Bills and QB Josh Allen, along with some thoughts on Buffalo's wide receiver group heading into 2025. Finally, we heard from OT Spencer Brown as he answered questions from the media.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker updated the latest news from One Bills Drive as the team has the day off from training camp. They then went around the NFL to discuss the Rams contract extension for RB Kyren Williams and the latest injury news from around the league. The guys asked the listeners what do you want to see play out in episode one of Hard Knocks that premieres tonight? Yahoo! Sports writer and host Nate Tice joined the show to discuss his offensive and QB rankings heading into the 2025 season, and where the Bills and QB Josh Allen rank. He also shared his thoughts on what James Cook brings to the Bills offense and the rest of the NFL.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker shared their biggest takeaways from today's training camp practice, updated the latest with James Cook, and discussed the current injury situation with the team. Steve then reflected on his weekend in Canton, Ohio celebrating Hall of Famer Marv Levy's 100th birthday. Bills GM Brandon Beane sat down after practice to talk about Cook's contract situation, preparing for Saturday's preseason game, the standouts so far at WR, and the veteran leadership they have in Shaq Thompson. The guys asked the listeners which WR do you want to emerge as a camp/preseason standout? Finally, we heard from safety Damar Hamlin as he met with the media.