Bills Pod Squad | Ep. 34 | A.J. Epenesa

This week's Bills Pod Squad guest is Bills DE A.J. Epenesa. Maddy Glab and A.J. discuss what the second year player did this offseason, how he transformed his body in Orchard Park and how his teammates and coaches are taking notice of the change. The two then discussed the new additions to the defensive line and the added competition. We find out how A.J.'s younger brother is following in his footsteps and who is the most athletic in his family of athletes. Finally, they discussed who is most mature, has the most swag, and who's the goofball of the DL group.

Kim Pegula and Maddy Glab recap the end of the 2021 season including the Bills-Chiefs Divisional Round game on this week's Bills Pod Squad. Kim shares her thoughts on what's next on her schedule heading into the offseason. NFL Network's Mike Robinson joined the crew (14:55) to talk about his favorite NFL team right now – the Buffalo Bills. Robinson explains why he's been one of the national media's biggest Bills supporters in recent seasons and why Josh Allen is a special player. He talks about why he thinks a Lombardi trophy is coming to Buffalo in the near future. The former Penn State quarterback also shares his connection with State College. Plus, Kim shares her opinions on the current stadium negotiations.

Bills center Mitch Morse joins Kim Pegula and Maddy Glab on this week's Bills Pod Squad to discuss what has been quite the busy couple of weeks for him. Morse's wife gave birth to a son last week the day after the Bills won the AFC East. This week he heads back to Kansas City to face the team that drafted him and knocked the Bills out of the playoffs a season ago. Morse goes into detail on what his life has been like and how the Bills have supported him through the past couple of weeks. He talks about the best restaurants to visit in Kansas City and why the offensive line has hit its stride late in the season. To close the podcast, Kim offers her initial thoughts on Sunday's big game against the Chiefs.

CBS Sports Radio host Jim Rome joins Bills owner/president Kim Pegula and Bills Insider Maddy Glab on this week's Bills Pod Squad for a lively conversation about his love for the city of Buffalo and the Bills. He previews this weekend's Wild Card matchup against the Patriots and explains why he thinks Bills Mafia is so special. He offers some of his takes on the current state of the NFL and all the movement in the head coaching circles right now. Rome also shares some of his most memorable stories from his 30-year history in the sports broadcasting industry – including the famous Jim Everett interview. He also talks about his deep love and business interest in horse racing. Kim and Maddy conclude the show with some final thoughts heading into the Bills-Pats playoff matchup including what Kim and head coach Sean McDermott talked about after the Jets game about our potential playoff opponents.

Bills owner Terry Pegula joins his wife Kim and her co-host Maddy Glab in this week's Bills Pod Squad episode. Ever wonder what an owner does during the game? Terry offers details on his game day routine including what he takes notes on during each game. He talks about his observations on the team, what he likes most about the 2021 squad and the way they interact. He shares his proudest moment since Brandon Beane and Sean McDermott came to Buffalo and what it's been like watching Josh Allen's growth. Terry also discusses his postgame routine and which players seek him out for a postgame hug. The crew previews Sunday's game against the Jets and potentially playing a home playoff game in Orchard Park in front of a full stadium.

Bills linebacker Tremaine Edmunds joins Kim Pegula and Maddy Glab for the health & fitness episode of Bills Pod Squad presented by Independent Health. Edmunds talks about all the necessary steps he goes through to keep his body in shape to perform at a top level in the NFL. He even dishes on his one cheat meal a week – Buffalo fans will be proud. Edmunds, a two-time Pro Bowl selection, shares some inspiring stories about how his mother, Felicia, trained him and his NFL-playing brothers growing up. The Bills owner & president and Maddy also share their health & fitness goals for 2022 as well. Happy New Year Bills fans!

Bills radio color analyst & former center Eric Wood joins Kim Pegula and Maddy Glab on this week's episode of Bills Pod Squad. Eric shares what life is like in the broadcast booth and why he believes Josh Allen is the right quarterback for Buffalo. He looks back at the first time he met Josh and why he was convinced Allen would be a great locker room guy from the moment they met. Eric explains why he started his own podcast 'What's Next with Eric Wood' and how it helped him transition from his playing career. He tells us his holiday plans with his kids and how they've become such big Bills fans. Kim and Maddy discuss what they're up to for the holidays and share their Christmas wish for the Bills.

Bills safeties Micah Hyde and Jordan Poyer join Bills Owner/President Kim Pegula and Bills Reporter Maddy Glab on the latest Bills Pod Squad to discuss being two of the longest tenured players on the Bills roster. The NFL's top safety tandem break down what life is like bonding with the younger players at this point in their career, potentially making the Pro Bowl in Vegas, and what makes this defense so successful under defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier. Plus, they discuss what it is like being dads heading into the holiday season. Kim shares why the holidays are always busy and dishes on her favorite type of gift to buy.

CBS Sports sideline reporter Tracy Wolfson joins Kim Pegula and Maddy Glab on the latest Bills Pod Squad to discuss the Bills-Bucs game. Tracy also talks about how she got started in the broadcasting business, working with Jim Nantz & Tony Romo, her love of her alma mater Michigan and how wide open the AFC is. Plus learn what big milestone she and the CBS crew are celebrating this weekend.

On this week's Bills Pod Squad, Monday Night Football producer Phil Dean joins Kim Pegula and Maddy Glab to discuss the broadcast plans for Monday's monumental AFC East clash between the Bills and Patriots. Dean offers some insight on how ESPN will cover Buffalo this week and some special technological enhancements that will be featured. The long-time ESPN producer also shares some great stories from his historic career across a host of sports from the NFL, college football, NCAA, NBA basketball and so much more. To conclude the podcast, Kim and Maddy answer some questions from Bills fans.

Pro Football Hall of Fame coach and NBC studio analyst Tony Dungy joins Kim Pegula and Maddy Glab on this week's episode of Bills Pod Squad. Dungy talks about what has impressed him the most about the Bills in 2021 and shares some of the similarities he sees with some of the successful teams he's worked with in his career. He explains why he thinks the Bills defense is having a great year and his connection to Bills defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier. Dungy also talks about why he's excited to see the Bills play on Thanksgiving in New Orleans on NBC. Plus, the crew talks about some of the things they love about the NFL and where the league can continue to evolve in the future.

On this week's episode of Bills Pod Squad, Bills linebacker A.J. Klein joins Kim Pegula and Maddy Glab to discuss his ties to National Adoption Month. A.J. and Kim share their unique stories about adoption from two different perspectives. A.J. shares the story of adopting his son Cannon and how it changed his life. Kim talks about how she was adopted when she was four years old and moved to the United States. A.J. explains how being in the NFL has made him a better father. The two give advice to those who might be interested in adopting and also tell us one thing they wish was talked about more surrounding that topic. A.J. tells us what it was like knowing Sean McDermott & Brandon Beane during their Carolina days and the nine-year-veteran explains why it's so fun getting to play for Leslie Frazier's defense.

On this week's episode of Bills Pod Squad, ESPN NFL reporter Dianna Russini joins Kim Pegula and Maddy Glab. Russini shares her story about getting ready to get back to work after being at home with her newborn since the beginning of the NFL season. Kim gives advice on what it's like to be a working mom and what she has learned from her experience. Russini discussed some of the biggest storylines in the NFL this year, her favorite stories from covering the Bills, why she feels empowered to be back at work and how her new chapter of life looks after having her first child. Kim also talks about the trade deadline and answers a fan question to finish out the podcast.

Jack Mancuso, the official grillmaster of the Bills, joins Kim Pegula and Maddy Glab on this week's episode of Bills Pod Squad. He shares how cooking helped him go viral on social media with more than two million followers on TikTok. He also discussed how he started cooking, some of his favorite meals to cook, recipes gone wrong and tips on how to cook the perfect steak. He explains why he has always been a Bills fan and what he thinks of this year's team. Kim and Maddy recap the bye week and Kim shares what it was like watching her daughter, Jessie, get married. The two also look ahead to the rest of the season. You can follow Jack Mancuso on TikTok and Instagram (@chefcuso).

On this week's episode of Bills Pod Squad, NBC Sports broadcaster Mike Tirico joins Kim Pegula and Maddy Glab as a guest to preview the Week 5 AFC Championship rematch between the Bills and Chiefs. Tirico talks about his connections to the Western New York community and his illustrious broadcasting career including the best & most exciting events he's covered. He explains all the prep work that goes into hosting Football Night in America and calling a game on SNF plus much more. And a surprise guest joins the episode as well.

NFL Network's Kim Jones joins Kim Pegula and Maddy Glab on this week's episode of Bills Pod Squad. Jones shares her thoughts on Buffalo's start to the season and ID's one player she has been the most impressed with. She tells her journey to becoming a reporter and some of her favorite interviews she has done along the way from covering the NY Yankees to the NFL. Jones also explains how football saved her life with the health scare she had at a Washington practice. Jones and Pegula share some of their craziest travel stories and what they can't live without on the road.

Kim Pegula and Maddy Glab sit down for this exclusive interview with All-Pro WR Stefon Diggs in the latest Bills Pod Squad! He gives his first impressions of playing in front of Bills Mafia, being named a captain by his teammates and his plans for his post-playing career. The trio also talk about their Bills Mafia interactions and Kim and Stefon talk about what it's like being night owls plus much more.

On this week's episode of Bills Pod Squad, Kim Pegula and Maddy Glab sit down with a very special guest – Kim's daughter Jessie Pegula, the world's 25th ranked tennis player (13:10). The trio talk about Jessie's career year that included an appearance in the Olympics and an extended run in the US Open. Jessie explains how her mom and dad helped her as a young tennis player and shares some of the coolest countries she's visited. Plus, she talks about the collaboration she wants to do with Bills CB Tre'Davious White and discusses who is the second best tennis player in the family. Finally, Kim shares her plans for the week as she gets ready for Sunday's game in Miami.

Bills owner and president Kim Pegula is back for this week's episode of Bills Pod Squad. Kim and Maddy are joined by Bills running back Devin Singletary who shares why he wanted to get stronger this offseason and his motivation to have a breakout in year three. Devin and Kim explain the story of how they knew each other before Devin was drafted by the Bills. Kim tells us about her summer plans and the decision to have training camp in Orchard Park. Kim and Maddy say bye for a bit as it's the last episode until training camp.

Bills quarterback Davis Webb joins Maddy Glab on this episode of Bills Pod Squad. Webb takes us around the QB room and tells us something we might not know about each quarterback on the roster. He dips into the prankster mindset of Josh Allen and offensive coordinator Brian Daboll and why you can't trust their antics. Webb also explains how he helps the team get ready for each game during the season, which means meeting with players, cutting tape and more. He tells us about the team's trip to Fort Lauderdale this offseason and why he needs a playlist for everything in life.

Maddy Glab is joined by Bills running backs Zack Moss and Christian Wade on this week's episode of Bills Pod Squad. Zack and Christian share the personalities of the running backs room by answering questions like who is most likely to start their own company. The two explain what they've been up to this offseason, including the many places Christian has traveled to since the end of the season. Zack gives us an update on his rehab from an ankle injury he suffered last season. Christian gets into why he started his own Tik Tok and Zack explains what we can expect from his new podcast called "Moss Mode Show & Friends." The two finish by giving a couple names of Bills players they are excited to watch this upcoming season.

On this week's episode of Bills Pod Squad, Maddy Glab is joined by Bills legend and current Bills analyst Eric Wood along with Bills Insider Chris Brown. The group dives into the Bills 2021 schedule by pointing out the toughest games, marquee matchups, opponents that shouldn't be underestimated, and more from this year's slate. They also tell Bills Mafia about the best road cities to travel to and explain how to convince your family to spend Thanksgiving in New Orleans. The trio finishes up by doing record predictions with a high stakes wager on the line.

On this week's episode of Bills Pod Squad, Kim Pegula and Maddy Glab are joined by the 30th pick from the 2021 NFL Draft, Greg Rousseau. Rousseau details what it was like being in Cleveland and hearing Roger Goodell call his name. The edge rusher explains a little bit about himself as we hit him with some rapid fire questions and why he's excited to be in Buffalo. He also shared the story about his upbringing and how his hard working family help shaped who he is today.

On this week's episode of Bills Pod Squad, Maddy Glab is joined by NFL Network analytics expert Cynthia Frelund to preview the NFL Draft. We began with Frelund answering some rapid fire questions about prospects who could be drafted in round one. She then got into how she evaluates players based on her data models and dived into what she thinks the Bills should do with the 30th overall pick. Frelund shared the story behind her Bills fandom and why she might need to invest in a pair of snow pants. Finally, she gave her take on why she's not high on Buffalo possibly drafting running back Travis Etienne.

On the latest episode of Bills Pod Squad, Maddy Glab is joined by Bills cornerback Dane Jackson. The two start with a round of rapid fire questions where we find out what his favorite super power is, his favorite food, and favorite music artist. He explains what it was like to train with three-time Defensive Player of the Year Aaron Donald and why so many NFL Pitt alums train in Pittsburgh during the offseason. Jackson then shares his experiences from his rookie season and learning from players like Tre'Davious White and Levi Wallace. He explains why the offseason is perfect for spending time with his 8-month old son, Dane Jr. He also dives into his unique story of playing football for one high school while attending another for academics and how that helped shape who he is today.