Talking Buffalo

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Talking Buffalo is a podcast focused primarily on Buffalo sports (especially Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres) featuring interview guests from the world of sports, media and pop culture. Whether he’s throwing shade or drinking the Kool -Aid, Buffalo born Patrick Moran is an idealist and it’s his idea people will embrace his podcast despite the bothersome voice.

  1. 16h ago

    Bills Week Four Film Review - Are These the Same Old Buffalo Bills?

    Patrick Moran discusses a fiery Buffalo Bills film review after going back through the All-22 from Buffalo's frustrating loss to the New England Patriots—and somehow, the defeat looks even worse the second time around. Patrick explains why this loss bothers him far more than a typical early-season stumble and why Buffalo's defense is becoming a legitimate concern despite the Bills sitting at 3-1. The biggest focus is Max Hairston, who endured a brutal performance against New England. Patrick breaks down the coverage problems, the big plays surrendered and one late-game moment that raises serious questions about effort. With Christian Benford potentially returning, should Hairston's starting job already be in jeopardy? He's hardly the only concern in the secondary. Cole Bishop's regression continues to be troubling, while Terrel Bernard doesn't appear to have the speed and explosiveness Buffalo has counted on in the past. Patrick discusses whether Jim Leonhard and the Bills should consider personnel changes at both cornerback and linebacker. There's plenty of blame on the offensive side as well. Josh Allen made several costly decisions, including the late interception, while Buffalo failed to get Dalton Kincaid and James Cook involved nearly enough. Patrick questions Joe Brady's game plan, offensive philosophy and the decision to continue taking the football after winning the opening coin toss. Plus, thoughts on Dion Dawkins' rough afternoon, Josh Palmer's inconsistent performance, Khalil Shakir's costly mistakes, Keon Coleman's continued emergence and why Buffalo's upcoming matchup with Matthew Stafford, Puka Nacua and the Los Angeles Rams suddenly looks frightening. KEY TAKEAWAYSBuffalo's defense is becoming a legitimate concern. The secondary has struggled badly through the first month, and Patrick isn't convinced the current back seven is good enough for a legitimate Super Bowl run.Max Hairston's performance demands attention. New England repeatedly attacked him in critical situations, and Patrick believes Buffalo should seriously consider a change at cornerback when Christian Benford returns.Cole Bishop and Terrel Bernard are trending in the wrong direction. Bishop hasn't looked like the player Buffalo saw last season, while Bernard appears to have lost some of the explosiveness that previously made him such an impactful linebacker.Josh Allen and the offense deserve their share of the blame. Allen made several poor decisions, but Buffalo's game plan also failed to feature Dalton Kincaid and James Cook enough.This loss could matter later. Buffalo missed a major opportunity to put distance between itself and New England in the AFC East, and Patrick believes this is the type of defeat that could have playoff-seeding ramifications later in the season.Today’s episode is brought to you by the law offices of William Mattar. Hurt in a car, call William Mattar. 444-4444. Call William Mattar today to get the compensation you deserve. Also want to give a shout out to First Response Breaks for their support. If you’re a fan of full size NFL game style or custom helmets that come with licenses of authenticity, then First Response Breaks is a group you should following on Facebook. Big thank you as well to Ranger Services for their support. Ranger Services is your go to source For Dumpster Trailer rentals. Worried about damaging your driveway with a bulky dumpster on your beautiful driveway? Well Ranger has you covered. His rubber wheeled trailers will protect your driveway from any damage and allow you to get rid of your waste! Thinking about renting a bagster? Well don’t. They don’t fit much and will sit on your front lawn for weeks killing your lawn. Call ranger for one of his dumpster trailers . His quick in and out service will make your project quick and easy. Please be sure to subscribe to Talking Buffalo on the audio side, even if you usually watch the show via YouTube. Several of the links to follow Talking Buffalo can be found right here. Also if you’re not yet subscribed to Talking Buffalo on YouTube, please do so and be sure to hit the LIKE button on the videos, it really helps with the algorithm! ♦♦♦♦♦ Follow Patrick Moran/Talking Buffalo Podcast  Substack: Patrick Moran’s Substack Twitter:  @PatrickMoranTB Blue Sky: @PatrickMoranTB.bsky.social Instagram: @PatrickMoranTB Facebook: Talking Buffalo Podcast  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  2. 1d ago

    Bills Dealt Inexcusable Loss They Richly Deserve (Live Reaction)

    The Buffalo Bills suffered their first loss of the season, falling 29-26 to the New England Patriots, and Patrick Moran is joined by Joe From Queens for a spirited postgame reaction. The guys break down a frustrating performance that saw Buffalo squander an opportunity to take firm control of the AFC East. From Josh Allen's late-game interception to major problems in the secondary, questionable coaching decisions and an offense that couldn't consistently find its rhythm, there is plenty of blame to go around. Patrick and Joe discuss whether Allen is completely healthy, why Drake Maye outplayed him, and the growing concerns surrounding Buffalo's defense under Jim Leonhard. They also examine the struggles of Maxwell Hairston, Cole Bishop and Terrel Bernard, while questioning whether personnel changes could be coming. Offensively, the guys debate the usage of James Cook and Dalton Kincaid, a rough outing from Josh Palmer and some concerning moments from Dion Dawkins. They also discuss whether Joe Brady deserves criticism for Buffalo's offensive approach. It wasn't all negative. Keon Coleman delivered one of the best performances of his Bills career, finishing with six receptions for 116 yards and continuing an encouraging start to the season. Key TakeawaysJosh Allen wasn't himself: Allen made several questionable decisions, including the costly late interception, while Buffalo's usual explosive passing attack struggled to materialize.Buffalo's secondary is becoming a major concern: Maxwell Hairston's difficult performance leads to a larger conversation about Hairston, Cole Bishop and the overall state of the Bills' defensive backfield.Questions are growing about Jim Leonhard's defense: Buffalo hasn't consistently shown the aggressive, pressure-oriented defense many expected, raising concerns about scheme, personnel fits and execution.The offense left opportunities on the field: James Cook finished with only 12 carries while Dalton Kincaid received just two targets, prompting criticism of Joe Brady's game plan and play calling.Keon Coleman was the biggest bright spot: Coleman continued his strong start with 116 receiving yards and several impressive catches, strengthening the case that he's becoming a reliable weapon in Buffalo's offense.Major Topics DiscussedJosh Allen vs. Drake MayeWas Allen simply having a bad day, or could he be playing through an injury? Patrick and Joe discuss his reluctance to run, questionable decisions and why Maye was the better quarterback in this matchup. Buffalo's Secondary ProblemsMaxwell Hairston's performance comes under heavy scrutiny, but the concerns extend beyond one player. Cole Bishop and the rest of the Bills secondary also struggled as New England repeatedly made plays in crucial situations. Is It Time for Defensive Personnel Changes?The conversation turns to Terrel Bernard's struggles and whether Buffalo needs to start giving younger players more opportunities as the defense searches for answers. Joe Brady & Jim Leonhard Under the MicroscopeBuffalo looked sloppy for a second consecutive week. Patrick and Joe question the offensive game plan, Cook's workload, Kincaid's lack of involvement and whether the defense has been aggressive enough. Keon Coleman Continues to EmergeColeman provides the biggest positive takeaway from an otherwise frustrating afternoon, producing six catches for 116 yards and continuing to show signs of significant development. Today’s episode is brought to you by the law offices of William Mattar. Hurt in a car, call William Mattar. 444-4444. Call William Mattar today to get the compensation you deserve. Also want to give a shout out to First Response Breaks for their support. If you’re a fan of full size NFL game style or custom helmets that come with licenses of authenticity, then First Response Breaks is a group you should following on Facebook. Big thank you as well to Ranger Services for their support. Ranger Services is your go to source For Dumpster Trailer rentals. Worried about damaging your driveway with a bulky dumpster on your beautiful driveway? Well Ranger has you covered. His rubber wheeled trailers will protect your driveway from any damage and allow you to get rid of your waste! Thinking about renting a bagster? Well don’t. They don’t fit much and will sit on your front lawn for weeks killing your lawn. Call ranger for one of his dumpster trailers . His quick in and out service will make your project quick and easy. Please be sure to subscribe to Talking Buffalo on the audio side, even if you usually watch the show via YouTube. Several of the links to follow Talking Buffalo can be found right here. Also if you’re not yet subscribed to Talking Buffalo on YouTube, please do so and be sure to hit the LIKE button on the videos, it really helps with the algorithm! ♦♦♦♦♦ Follow Patrick Moran/Talking Buffalo Podcast  Substack: Patrick Moran’s Substack Twitter:  @PatrickMoranTB Blue Sky: @PatrickMoranTB.bsky.social Instagram: @PatrickMoranTB Facebook: Talking Buffalo Podcast  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  3. 4d ago

    Familiar Trends Fail Sabres In Opener (Instant Live Reaction)

    The Buffalo Sabres opened their season with a frustrating 6-3 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets, and Patrick Moran is joined by Chris Ostrander of Two in the Box for an instant reaction on this episode of Talking Buffalo. Patrick and Chris break down a night where some of the Sabres' biggest concerns from last season resurfaced immediately. Buffalo went 0-for-5 on the power play, failed to capitalize on an extended 5-on-3 opportunity and struggled on the penalty kill. Was this simply one bad night, or were there legitimate warning signs? They discuss the Sabres' special teams, the performance of Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, Buffalo's blue line and some encouraging performances from the team's young players. Noah Ostlund and Konsta Helenius provide reasons for optimism, while Jack Quinn finds the back of the net and nearly adds another. Patrick and Chris also react to the physical confrontation involving Zach Metsa and Mathieu Olivier, Tage Thompson's season debut and whether Buffalo could turn to Colten Ellis in goal sooner rather than later. The show closes with some Buffalo Bills talk as Patrick and Chris look ahead to a significant Bills vs. Patriots AFC East matchup, Buffalo's 3-0 start, the emergence of Greg Rousseau and the opportunity for the Bills to create early separation inside the division. Key TakeawaysSpecial teams remain a major concern: Buffalo's power play finished 0-for-5, while Columbus capitalized on its opportunities and won the special-teams battle.UPL's consistency is under the microscope: Luukkonen allowed five goals on 22 shots, prompting discussion about Buffalo's goaltending rotation and a potential opportunity for Colten Ellis.The Sabres' young players provided optimism: Noah Ostlund, Konsta Helenius and Jack Quinn were among the encouraging individual performances despite the loss.Buffalo's defense had an uneven opener: Rasmus Dahlin and Owen Power had positive moments, but the group as a whole wasn't consistently impactful.The Bills have a major early-season opportunity: Buffalo can strengthen its position in the AFC East with a home win against New England.Be sure to follow Chris on X at @2ITB_Buffalo and check out the Two in the Box blog in addition to the Instigator Podcast. Today’s episode is brought to you by the law offices of William Mattar. Hurt in a car, call William Mattar. 444-4444. Call William Mattar today to get the compensation you deserve. Also want to give a shout out to First Response Breaks for their support. If you’re a fan of full size NFL game style or custom helmets that come with licenses of authenticity, then First Response Breaks is a group you should following on Facebook. Big thank you as well to Ranger Services for their support. Ranger Services is your go to source For Dumpster Trailer rentals. Worried about damaging your driveway with a bulky dumpster on your beautiful driveway? Well Ranger has you covered. His rubber wheeled trailers will protect your driveway from any damage and allow you to get rid of your waste! Thinking about renting a bagster? Well don’t. They don’t fit much and will sit on your front lawn for weeks killing your lawn. Call ranger for one of his dumpster trailers . His quick in and out service will make your project quick and easy. Please be sure to subscribe to Talking Buffalo on the audio side, even if you usually watch the show via YouTube. Several of the links to follow Talking Buffalo can be found right here. Also if you’re not yet subscribed to Talking Buffalo on YouTube, please do so and be sure to hit the LIKE button on the videos, it really helps with the algorithm! ♦♦♦♦♦ Follow Patrick Moran/Talking Buffalo Podcast  Substack: Patrick Moran’s Substack Twitter:  @PatrickMoranTB Blue Sky: @PatrickMoranTB.bsky.social Instagram: @PatrickMoranTB Facebook: Talking Buffalo Podcast  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  4. 5d ago

    Buffalo Sabres 2026-27 Season Preview

    The Buffalo Sabres are back, and expectations in Buffalo are dramatically different after last season’s breakthrough. On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by Steve Burrows for an in-depth preview of the 2026-27 Sabres season. Patrick and Steve discuss why the excitement surrounding the Sabres feels different this year, what they learned from last season’s playoff run, and whether Buffalo did enough during an offseason that featured plenty of rumors but few major additions. They also break down several of the biggest questions that could determine whether Buffalo takes another step forward this season. Key TakeawaysExpectations have changed in Buffalo. After finally experiencing playoff success, simply being competitive is no longer the goal. The Sabres enter the season with legitimate expectations despite an extremely difficult Atlantic Division.Buffalo is betting heavily on its young core. Noah Östlund, Konsta Helenius, Zach Benson, Josh Doan and Jiri Kulich could all play significant roles as Buffalo attempts to replace the production and leadership lost during the offseason.Goaltending remains a major question. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, Alex Lyon and Colten Ellis give Buffalo options, but Patrick and Steve debate whether the Sabres have a true difference-maker in net—and whether Connor Hellebuyck could eventually re-enter the conversation.Owen Power could be ready for another leap. After an impressive postseason, Power has an opportunity to establish himself alongside Rasmus Dahlin as part of one of the NHL’s strongest defensive groups.Josh Norris may be Buffalo’s biggest X-factor. Norris has the talent to be an impact top-six forward, but staying healthy and producing consistently will be crucial. Buffalo needs more than strong two-way play from him—it needs offensive production.Today’s episode is brought to you by the law offices of William Mattar. Hurt in a car, call William Mattar. 444-4444. Call William Mattar today to get the compensation you deserve. Also want to give a shout out to First Response Breaks for their support. If you’re a fan of full size NFL game style or custom helmets that come with licenses of authenticity, then First Response Breaks is a group you should following on Facebook. Big thank you as well to Ranger Services for their support. Ranger Services is your go to source For Dumpster Trailer rentals. Worried about damaging your driveway with a bulky dumpster on your beautiful driveway? Well Ranger has you covered. His rubber wheeled trailers will protect your driveway from any damage and allow you to get rid of your waste! Thinking about renting a bagster? Well don’t. They don’t fit much and will sit on your front lawn for weeks killing your lawn. Call ranger for one of his dumpster trailers . His quick in and out service will make your project quick and easy. Please be sure to subscribe to Talking Buffalo on the audio side, even if you usually watch the show via YouTube. Several of the links to follow Talking Buffalo can be found right here. Also if you’re not yet subscribed to Talking Buffalo on YouTube, please do so and be sure to hit the LIKE button on the videos, it really helps with the algorithm! ♦♦♦♦♦ Follow Patrick Moran/Talking Buffalo Podcast  Substack: Patrick Moran’s Substack Twitter:  @PatrickMoranTB Blue Sky: @PatrickMoranTB.bsky.social Instagram: @PatrickMoranTB Facebook: Talking Buffalo Podcast  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  5. 6d ago

    Bills Positional Analysis & Grades Following A Wild Week Three

    Patrick Moran is joined by Matt Warren of SB Nation/Buffalo Rumblings for a complete positional breakdown of the Buffalo Bills’ win over the Los Angeles Chargers. The guys go position-by-position through the Bills roster, handing out grades and discussing what stood out after reviewing the game. Josh Allen had an unusually sloppy performance with three turnovers, but still delivered when Buffalo needed him most. Meanwhile, James Cook powered the offense with 154 rushing yards, Greg Rousseau continued his dominant start to the season, and C.J. Gardner-Johnson delivered one of the biggest defensive plays of the game. Patrick and Matt also discuss concerns along the offensive line, the continued emergence of Dwayne Carter, Buffalo's rookie contributions, the secondary's performance and whether the Bills are beginning to separate themselves in the AFC East. Key TakeawaysJosh Allen battled through a rough performance. Allen committed three turnovers and struggled early, but made several critical plays late—including a huge fourth-down completion to Ty Johnson—to help Buffalo escape with the victory.James Cook continues to look like a difference-maker. Despite fumbling on the opening play, Cook responded with 154 rushing yards on 24 carries and became the engine of Buffalo's offense.Greg Rousseau is playing at an elite level. Rousseau finished with two sacks, four tackles for loss and eight pressures, continuing an outstanding start to the season.Buffalo's safeties changed the game. C.J. Gardner-Johnson's interception prevented a potential Chargers touchdown and helped create a massive momentum swing, while Cole Bishop delivered another encouraging performance.There are some areas worth monitoring. Alec Anderson struggled in pass protection, Christian Benford left with an injury, and several young Bills—including T.J. Parker—have yet to make the early-season impact some expected.Today’s episode is brought to you by the law offices of William Mattar. Hurt in a car, call William Mattar. 444-4444. Call William Mattar today to get the compensation you deserve. Also want to give a shout out to First Response Breaks for their support. If you’re a fan of full size NFL game style or custom helmets that come with licenses of authenticity, then First Response Breaks is a group you should following on Facebook. Big thank you as well to Ranger Services for their support. Ranger Services is your go to source For Dumpster Trailer rentals. Worried about damaging your driveway with a bulky dumpster on your beautiful driveway? Well Ranger has you covered. His rubber wheeled trailers will protect your driveway from any damage and allow you to get rid of your waste! Thinking about renting a bagster? Well don’t. They don’t fit much and will sit on your front lawn for weeks killing your lawn. Call ranger for one of his dumpster trailers . His quick in and out service will make your project quick and easy. Please be sure to subscribe to Talking Buffalo on the audio side, even if you usually watch the show via YouTube. Several of the links to follow Talking Buffalo can be found right here. Also if you’re not yet subscribed to Talking Buffalo on YouTube, please do so and be sure to hit the LIKE button on the videos, it really helps with the algorithm! ♦♦♦♦♦ Follow Patrick Moran/Talking Buffalo Podcast  Substack: Patrick Moran’s Substack Twitter:  @PatrickMoranTB Blue Sky: @PatrickMoranTB.bsky.social Instagram: @PatrickMoranTB Facebook: Talking Buffalo Podcast  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  6. Sep 29

    10 Biggest Bills Takeaways After Film Review

    On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran goes back through the film from Buffalo’s wild victory over the Los Angeles Chargers and breaks down his 10 biggest takeaways from a game in which the Bills somehow overcame five turnovers, 10 penalties and several other costly mistakes. Patrick starts with the incredible early-season performance of Greg Rousseau, who continues to look like a completely different level of pass rusher through three games. Rousseau has become the centerpiece of Buffalo’s defensive front and is producing at an elite level under defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard. The offensive line is also examined after a strange performance that featured excellent run blocking but major problems in pass protection. Patrick discusses the struggles of Dion Dawkins, Alec Anderson, O'Cyrus Torrence and Connor McGovern, while highlighting another strong performance from Spencer Brown. Other topics include C.J. Gardner-Johnson's game-changing interception, an uneven performance from Josh Allen, and why Buffalo winning despite three Allen turnovers could actually be encouraging for the bigger picture. Patrick also dives into DeWayne Carter's emergence, the impact of Ty Johnson, Ed Oliver's return from injury and an encouraging performance from rookie cornerback Igbinosun after Christian Benford went down. Plus, why hasn't Jackson Hawes become a factor in the passing game yet? And Patrick explains why James Cook's early fumble may have actually brought out the best in him as Cook helped carry Buffalo's offense in the second half. It certainly wasn't pretty, but Buffalo found a way. Could surviving a game like this ultimately be more valuable than another blowout victory? Key TakeawaysGreg Rousseau is playing at an elite level. Through three games, Rousseau has emerged as Buffalo's most consistently dominant defensive player and one of the NFL's most productive edge rushers.Buffalo's offensive line had two completely different performances. Pass protection was a major problem, but the line helped create running lanes for James Cook when Buffalo desperately needed to establish the ground game.C.J. Gardner-Johnson delivered his first signature Bills moment. His interception with Buffalo trailing 13-10 may have been the biggest play of the entire game and showed the potential impact he can have in Buffalo's secondary.The Bills proved they can win without Josh Allen carrying them. Allen made several costly mistakes, but Buffalo's defense and running game helped overcome them. Great teams occasionally have to find different ways to win.James Cook responded to adversity. After fumbling on Buffalo's opening offensive play, Cook bounced back with a passionate and productive performance that helped Buffalo take control in the second half.More From the Film ReviewPatrick also discusses DeWayne Carter taking advantage of increased opportunities on Buffalo's defensive line, Ty Johnson continuing to earn Josh Allen's trust in critical situations, the lack of early-season production from Jackson Hawes in the passing game and the Bills finally getting a meaningful contribution from their rookie class. The episode wraps up with a look at DJ Moore's crucial third-down reception late in the fourth quarter and why that type of play illustrates exactly what Buffalo wanted when adding him to the offense. Five turnovers. Ten penalties. Four sacks allowed. Missed opportunities everywhere. And somehow, the Buffalo Bills walked away 3-0. Today’s episode is brought to you by the law offices of William Mattar. Hurt in a car, call William Mattar. 444-4444. Call William Mattar today to get the compensation you deserve. Also want to give a shout out to First Response Breaks for their support. If you’re a fan of full size NFL game style or custom helmets that come with licenses of authenticity, then First Response Breaks is a group you should following on Facebook. Big thank you as well to Ranger Services for their support. Ranger Services is your go to source For Dumpster Trailer rentals. Worried about damaging your driveway with a bulky dumpster on your beautiful driveway? Well Ranger has you covered. His rubber wheeled trailers will protect your driveway from any damage and allow you to get rid of your waste! Thinking about renting a bagster? Well don’t. They don’t fit much and will sit on your front lawn for weeks killing your lawn. Call ranger for one of his dumpster trailers . His quick in and out service will make your project quick and easy. Please be sure to subscribe to Talking Buffalo on the audio side, even if you usually watch the show via YouTube. Several of the links to follow Talking Buffalo can be found right here. Also if you’re not yet subscribed to Talking Buffalo on YouTube, please do so and be sure to hit the LIKE button on the videos, it really helps with the algorithm! ♦♦♦♦♦ Follow Patrick Moran/Talking Buffalo Podcast  Substack: Patrick Moran’s Substack Twitter:  @PatrickMoranTB Blue Sky: @PatrickMoranTB.bsky.social Instagram: @PatrickMoranTB Facebook: Talking Buffalo Podcast  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  7. Sep 28

    Bills Beat Chargers LIVE Reaction: FUGLY Wins Count Too

    The Buffalo Bills are 3-0, but getting there certainly wasn’t pretty. On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by Joe from Queens to react to Buffalo's wild 24-16 win over the Los Angeles Chargers, a game in which the Bills somehow overcame five turnovers, 10 penalties and a minus-four turnover differential—and still managed to cover the spread. Patrick and Joe debate whether Bills fans should be more encouraged by Buffalo finding a way to win despite playing poorly or more concerned about the self-inflicted mistakes that could be devastating against a better opponent. James Cook was once again a difference-maker, rushing for 154 yards and helping carry an offense that struggled to protect Josh Allen and consistently move the football through the air. The guys discuss Cook's emergence as one of the NFL's top running backs and how important it is that Buffalo can now win games without requiring superhero performances from Allen. Defensively, Greg Rousseau continues his dominant start to the season, recording two more sacks and establishing himself as one of Buffalo's biggest early-season difference-makers. C.J. Gardner-Johnson also delivers his first major impact performance as a Bill, while several under-the-radar contributors earn praise. There's also plenty of debate about Buffalo's offensive line, Max Hairston, Ed Oliver, Khalil Shakir, Christian Benford's injury, the Bills' controversial uniforms, Tom Brady's commentary and an ugly Chargers offense that failed to capitalize on Buffalo's mistakes. Key TakeawaysBuffalo survived an almost unbelievable five-turnover performance and still improved to 3-0 with an eight-point victory.James Cook carried the offense, rushing for 154 yards and showing why Buffalo doesn't always need Josh Allen to be the hero.Greg Rousseau's breakout continues with two more sacks and another disruptive performance off the edge.C.J. Gardner-Johnson made his presence felt, delivering a huge interception and an active performance in Buffalo's secondary.Buffalo showed impressive resilience, but turnovers, penalties, pass protection and injuries provide plenty to clean up moving forward.Today’s episode is brought to you by the law offices of William Mattar. Hurt in a car, call William Mattar. 444-4444. Call William Mattar today to get the compensation you deserve. Also want to give a shout out to First Response Breaks for their support. If you’re a fan of full size NFL game style or custom helmets that come with licenses of authenticity, then First Response Breaks is a group you should following on Facebook. Big thank you as well to Ranger Services for their support. Ranger Services is your go to source For Dumpster Trailer rentals. Worried about damaging your driveway with a bulky dumpster on your beautiful driveway? Well Ranger has you covered. His rubber wheeled trailers will protect your driveway from any damage and allow you to get rid of your waste! Thinking about renting a bagster? Well don’t. They don’t fit much and will sit on your front lawn for weeks killing your lawn. Call ranger for one of his dumpster trailers . His quick in and out service will make your project quick and easy. Please be sure to subscribe to Talking Buffalo on the audio side, even if you usually watch the show via YouTube. Several of the links to follow Talking Buffalo can be found right here. Also if you’re not yet subscribed to Talking Buffalo on YouTube, please do so and be sure to hit the LIKE button on the videos, it really helps with the algorithm! ♦♦♦♦♦ Follow Patrick Moran/Talking Buffalo Podcast  Substack: Patrick Moran’s Substack Twitter:  @PatrickMoranTB Blue Sky: @PatrickMoranTB.bsky.social Instagram: @PatrickMoranTB Facebook: Talking Buffalo Podcast  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  8. Sep 25

    Bills vs Chargers Preview, Keys & Bold Predictions

    On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran previews the Buffalo Bills’ Week 3 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers, including the biggest keys to a Buffalo victory, five bold predictions and a final score prediction. Before getting into the game, Patrick explains why there was no episode of Talking Buffalo on Thursday. He details an unfortunate recording mishap that resulted in his entire interview with WGR’s Brad Riter being lost, what went wrong with his new mobile podcast setup, and the lesson he learned from the experience. From there, it’s all Bills-Chargers. Buffalo has started the season strong behind Josh Allen and an explosive offense, while the Chargers enter the matchup struggling on both sides of the ball. Patrick discusses Buffalo’s early-down offensive success, the importance of putting pressure on Justin Herbert and why the Bills need to turn Los Angeles’ early desperation into frustration. There’s also discussion about Buffalo’s struggling secondary, the tremendous start from Deone Walker and Greg Rousseau, the Bills injury situation and the potential matchup problems presented by Chargers receiver Ladd McConkey. Patrick closes with five bold Bills predictions, including calls involving Jackson Hawes, Ty Johnson, Dee Alford, Tyler Bass and Buffalo’s rookie class, before giving his final Bills-Chargers score prediction. Key TakeawaysBuffalo’s offense is rolling: Josh Allen and the Bills offense have been among the NFL’s most productive units through the opening two weeks.Pressure Justin Herbert: Buffalo’s pass rush has an opportunity to take advantage of a Chargers offensive line that has struggled to protect Herbert.Secondary remains a concern: Buffalo’s defensive backs have had a shaky start, making Ladd McConkey one of the most important Chargers players to contain.Deone Walker continues to impress: Patrick explains why Walker’s first two games have been especially impressive on film.Don’t let Los Angeles hang around: With the Chargers entering the game desperate for a win, Buffalo has an opportunity to take control early and potentially demoralize its opponent.Five Bold PredictionsJackson Hawes records multiple catches and scores a touchdown.Ty Johnson makes his season debut and rushes for at least 40 yards.Dee Alford bounces back and intercepts Justin Herbert.Tyler Bass misses a field goal from inside 45 yards.A Bills rookie delivers his first truly meaningful impact performance of the season.Final Score PredictionBuffalo Bills 31, Los Angeles Chargers 17 Patrick expects the Chargers defense to create some problems early, but ultimately sees Buffalo’s offense finding its rhythm and the Bills defense making life increasingly difficult for Justin Herbert as the game progresses. Topics DiscussedBuffalo Bills vs. Los Angeles Chargers, Josh Allen, Justin Herbert, Bills offense, Bills defense, Bills secondary, Deone Walker, Greg Rousseau, Ladd McConkey, Dalton Kincaid, James Cook, Khalil Shakir, Keon Coleman, Josh Palmer, DJ Moore, Bradley Chubb, Dee Alford, Tyler Bass, Ty Johnson, Jackson Hawes, Bills injuries, Bills pass rush, Bills rookies, Week 3 NFL predictions and Bills-Chargers predictions. Today’s episode is brought to you by the law offices of William Mattar. Hurt in a car, call William Mattar. 444-4444. Call William Mattar today to get the compensation you deserve. Also want to give a shout out to First Response Breaks for their support. If you’re a fan of full size NFL game style or custom helmets that come with licenses of authenticity, then First Response Breaks is a group you should following on Facebook. Big thank you as well to Ranger Services for their support. Ranger Services is your go to source For Dumpster Trailer rentals. Worried about damaging your driveway with a bulky dumpster on your beautiful driveway? Well Ranger has you covered. His rubber wheeled trailers will protect your driveway from any damage and allow you to get rid of your waste! Thinking about renting a bagster? Well don’t. They don’t fit much and will sit on your front lawn for weeks killing your lawn. Call ranger for one of his dumpster trailers . His quick in and out service will make your project quick and easy. Please be sure to subscribe to Talking Buffalo on the audio side, even if you usually watch the show via YouTube. Several of the links to follow Talking Buffalo can be found right here. Also if you’re not yet subscribed to Talking Buffalo on YouTube, please do so and be sure to hit the LIKE button on the videos, it really helps with the algorithm! ♦♦♦♦♦ Follow Patrick Moran/Talking Buffalo Podcast  Substack: Patrick Moran’s Substack Twitter:  @PatrickMoranTB Blue Sky: @PatrickMoranTB.bsky.social Instagram: @PatrickMoranTB Facebook: Talking Buffalo Podcast    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Talking Buffalo is a podcast focused primarily on Buffalo sports (especially Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres) featuring interview guests from the world of sports, media and pop culture. Whether he’s throwing shade or drinking the Kool -Aid, Buffalo born Patrick Moran is an idealist and it’s his idea people will embrace his podcast despite the bothersome voice.

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  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
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