OBL 9/9: Bills Open Season With 31-10 Win Over Rams; Maddy Awards

Chris Brown and Maddy Glab shared their initial impressions of the Bills draft class on the field as the team held day 1 of their rookie minicamp. They went over the latest news, as 6 draft picks sign their rookie contracts and announce the signing of 12 undrafted free agents. The two then went around the NFL and opened up the Friday Fan Mailbag. Alain Poupart, publisher of Miami Dolphins on Sports Illustrated, joined the show to go over the Dolphins draft and their offseason as a whole. Finally, we heard from 1st round pick Maxwell Hairston as he addressed the media.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker laid out the latest news and notes from One Bills Drive as rookies report for their minicamp. The two went around the NFL and asked the listeners which position group faces the most difficult roster decisions? NY Jets VP of News Strategy Eric Allen joined the show to discuss the Jets offseason as a whole. He shared his thoughts on the reset under new head coach Aaron Glenn, the new defensive scheme, and the overall changes to the roster heading into 2025.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker updated the latest news from around the NFL, including the Jaguars releasing WR Gabriel Davis and the Cowboys acquiring WR George Pickens from the Steelers. They asked the listeners what is your finishing touch to the Bills roster? ESPN Patriots reporter Mike Reiss joined the show to recap New England's draft class, their offseason roster adds, and the culture change he's witnessed with new head coach Mike Vrabel.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker started today's show with Bills WR Joshua Palmer, who joined the guys on set. He discussed his relationship with teammates on the field, including high school friend Elijah Moore and his first impressions of his new team. He talked about being closer to home in Buffalo as a native of Brampton, Ontario, the wide receiver room, and the ascending rise he sees in himself as a player. The guys went around the NFL to share the latest news and notes from around the league and asked the listeners what will be the biggest difference with the Bills WR group this season compared to last?

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker were joined by WR Laviska Shenault Jr. who talked about his fit here in Buffalo, his impact in the return game, and versatility at the receiver position. Newly signed WR Elijah Moore discussed his first impressions of his new team and his relationships with teammates Joshua Palmer and Dawson Knox. He shared his thoughts on the wide receiver group as a whole and his mindset as a receiver heading into his fifth NFL season. Pro Football Focus draft analyst Trevor Sikkema recapped the Bills draft class, the projected first round talent they acquired, and shared why he felt they succeeded in filling roster needs.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker updated the latest news from around the NFL, including the early draft pick signings and NFL.com's best landing spots for free agent WR Amari Cooper. The guys then opened up this week's fan mailbag to answer the listeners most pressing questions. NFL Network Analyst and former Pro Personnel Executive Marc Ross joined the show. He shared his thoughts on the Bills draft class, including the mid-round gem he thought Buffalo got in DE Landon Jackson. He went on to discuss the Bills strategy in this year's draft, the rest of the AFC East as they try to improve their rosters, and the current state of the AFC.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker discussed the latest news from One Bills Drive, including the reported addition of former Browns and Jets WR Elijah Moore. The asked the listeners what is your assessment of the Bills offseason roster build? ESPN Senior NFL Insider Adam Schefter then joined the show ahead of tonight's event in downtown Buffalo, MADE: The Bills Mafia Origin Story, Live presented by Labatt. He went into his connection with Bills fans, former WR Stevie Johnson, and how Bills Mafia not only identifies Buffalo fans but the great causes that are created along with it. Schefter then went on to share his thoughts on the Bills reported signing of Elijah Moore.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker updated the latest news from One Bills Drive, including an update on the start of rookie minicamp. The two then went around the NFL and asked the listeners which Bills defensive line veteran will be challenged the most by the new additions to the roster? Arkansas head football coach Sam Pittman joined the show. He discussed his former DE and Bills 3rd round draft pick Landon Jackson. He talked about Landon's speed, length, and motor he will bring to the next level in the NFL. He went on to talk about his maturity, fit with the Bills, and what makes him a great leader.