BKL Nightly

NFL 2026 Schedule release is on the way. Which game would be a surprise in prime time? What should the Bills want to avoid at all costs? When the Chiefs game happen? The BKL Nightly team makes their picks.

The Patriots won the division last year. Did the Bills do enough in the offseason to catch up? The BKL Nightly crew goes position by position boxing style to determine who will be the favorite in this AFC East heavyweight fight.

The majority of the Bills offseason roster shaping is complete. But some questions remain. The BKL Nightly crew discusses where help is still needed on the roster. They also debate if Josh Allen finally has enough help and if the pass rusher got any better. Plus, is this an offseason fans would buy as impactful change were it not for a new head coach. And we welcome a whole bunch of special guests to the studio.

The BKL Nightly team grades all of Brandon Beane's top 7 picks and dives into the questions surrounding this class. We break down the head scratching Davison Igbinosun pick and explain why it might work. Plus, how soon can Skyler Bell contribute and how big a steal was Jalon Kilgore.

The Bills didn't add a player on the first day of the draft, but Brandon Beane still had a great night. Bills Kickoff Live co-hosts Thad Brown and Josh Reed discuss how surprising and impressive it was that Beane pulled off three trades. They also lay who the Bills might grab with a pick that now lives early in round two. Caleb Carr and Rachel Libert join the show to debate the merits of adding capital instead of selecting players. They also review what the Bills missed at the end of round one to examine if there are any players the Bills might regret not selecting.

The Bills are on the clock this week. What should they do? Bills Kickoff Live co-hosts Carl Jones and Thad Brown discuss all the possibilities. They debate Kayden McDonald vs. edge in round one, explain why this should be the year to find Caleb Bishop a partner and how Buffalo could go without a receiver and feel ok. Plus, how is Joe Brady's continuous support for Keon Coleman received in the locker room.

Draft expert Chris Trapasso joins the show to lay out his Bills draft priorities. He talks with Thad Brown about what receivers fit best, if edge is the right call in round one and why there should be plenty of surprises around Buffalo's top pick. We also discuss the effort and thinking behind his new website (draftgradebook.com) and what it takes to be on an island when it comes to draft evaluation.

Most fans don't see offensive line as a top need for the Bills. But it might be something Brandon Beane must address this year. The BKL Nightly crew explains why. Plus, they discuss when corner and safety should be addressed and is this the year when the Bills take a shot on a rookie backup quarterback.

Carl Jones re-joins the show with Thad Brown as the Bills Kickoff Live hosts share their hottest opinions about the NFL Draft. There's one thing no team should do. Including the Bills. There's one player no one should take. At least in round one. And Carl has a shocking game plan for the Bills that makes sense the more you think about it. Wear the oven mittens when you click start for this pod.

The BKL Nightly crew has a six-pack of Bills players they think will be better than expected this season. They explain why. And do the Bills have the worst vibes in the league? We debate whether that might be true.

Joe Brady held a lengthy press conference at the owners meetings and touched on a variety of hot button topics. The BKL Nightly crew discusses how much concern there should be for how Brady plans to manage Dalton Kincaid's knee injury. Is Brady on the right path for managing Josh Allen's aggressive nature? Can he get Keon Coleman back on the right path. And they explain why Brady's refusal to watch the Super Bowl might bode well for his new job.

The BKL Nightly crew lays out their goals for the Bills in the draft. Should Brandon Beane be aggressive trading up? Edge or receiver in round one? Plus they react to Beane's explanation at the owners meetings about why linebacker has yet to be addressed and why C.J. Gardner-Johnson is going to behave in Buffalo.

Free agency feels over, but there are still plenty of players available and the Bills still have lots of holes to fill. The BKL Nightly crew has suggestions on who Brandon Beane should be targeting and how they fit those players on the Buffalo budget.

The Bills unveiled what the bison statues outside New Highmark Stadium will look like. What they look like. How tall they are and all the cool things they can do. Plus, come along for a tour inside the football stadium. Thad Brown and Rachel Libert provide first impressions from the field to the suites to the seats.

It's thought in the NFL, the leap from year one to year two for a drafted player can be huge. A full year with an NFL's teams strength and conditioning, year round immersion in a professional scheme and gaining familiarity with a new organization can work wonders. The BKL Nightly team discusses which draft picks from 2025 are most ready to take that leap and which players the Bills most hope that jump happens.

The BKL Nightly crew points out the moves they liked and did not like among the top teams in the AFC. They talk about the biggest bargains, the biggest overpays and who took the biggest steps towards control of the conference.

Will be a while before we know if C.J. Gardner-Johnson or Geno Stone help the defense much. But Thad Brown and Caleb Carr think we know a lot about how Joe Brady wants the Bills to be from their additions. They also debate if the Bills can get more at linebacker from the draft and which free agent still available most has their attention.

The Bills landed their new nickel corner quickly replacing Taron Johnson. BKL Nightly hosts Caleb Carr and Thad Brown explain why he might be better in Buffalo than Atlanta and discuss if the Bills paid the right price. Plus, they talk about the sneaky good trade Brandon Beane pulled with Taron Johnson and if Connor McGovern was a good value to keep at center.

The Bills opened the offseason with a big swing to address wide receiver. Thad Brown, Rachel Libert and Caleb Carr provide their reaction. They discuss if the price was too high and how much he will improve the Buffalo receiver core. Plus, they explain why this move does not preclude the addition of more receivers and debate whether free agency or the draft makes more sense.

News 8/WROC Sports Director Thad Brown sat down with Bills radio play by play voice Chris Brown to talk about his unusual path to the job that included a sudden and unexpected debut. That first game was also the Damar Hamlin game. Chris talked about why he was uniquely qualified to man that broadcast. We also discussed his quick chemistry with Eric Wood and what it's like to be part of the NFL play by play fraternity that includes, of course, a text chain.

February is for dreaming when it comes to NFL fans. It's the time when almost anyone could end up on your team. But dreams are not always reality. BKL Nightly co-hosts Rachel Libert, Caleb Carr and Thad Brown discuss which options might be realistic for the Bills. And which are pipe dreams. We discuss a number of receivers from Justin Jefferson to Jaylen Waddle to Marvin Harrison, plus a couple of elite edge rushing options.

Seattle is a champ once again. What does their title teach the Bills about getting to the top of the mountain? BKL Nightly hosts Thad Brown, Caleb Carr and Rachel Libert discuss where the Bills need to add and how far away they are. They also debate how much a threat the Patriots have become. And they settle any argument about when "next" year officially becomes "this" year.

Jim Leonhard is now in charge of the Bills defense and brings an attacking 3-4 base. How big a change will that be? Bills Kickoff Live co-hosts Thad Brown and Carl Jones explain. Plus, they point out which current Bills will be helped most and which will be most hurt. And Carl lays out what the Bills are getting in a new cornerbacks coach that loves to press.

Bills Kickoff Live co-hosts Josh Reed, Thad Brown and Carl Jones explain why new Bills head coach Joe Brady succeeded where Terry Pegula and Brandon Beane could not the week before. They also debate how much influence Josh Allen had on the hire. BKL Nightly co-hosts Rachel Libert and Caleb Carr discuss whether Brady's youth will help or hinder his first season in charge.

Joe Brady is now the man in charge. BKL Nightly co-hosts Thad Brown, Caleb Carr and Rachel Libert provide their reactions to the Bills surprise move. They debate how much the available options played a role, what Brady should do at coordinator and why the fans are not happy.

Josh Allen knew he let the Bills down in Denver. The film just confirmed it. Bills Kickoff Live co-hosts Carl Jones and Thad Brown talk about the areas where he came up short. They also discuss why Joe Brady's plan was impressive and the offensive star who also disappointed. They also explain how Sean McDermott's defensive plan was brilliant and why it didn't work late. Plus, what happened on the end of the half touchdown. And they debate where the Bills need to improve the most before next fall.

Sean McDermott was as angry as he's ever been after a Bills game. Bills Kickoff Live hosts Thad Brown and Josh Reed explain why he had a right to be. They also detail why the refs didn't cost them this playoff game. Their best players did. Caleb Carr joins the show to discuss what McDermott did that nearly pulled this game out of the fire. And the whole crew lays out why this loss leads to a very frustrating conclusion.

The Josh Allen self scout from last week paid off big time against the Jags. Bills Kickoff Live co-hosts Thad Brown and Carl Jones saw a QB that wasn't super hero. He was surgical. They also rave about how Brandin Cooks isn't just making plays for himself, but for other receivers too. On the flip side, James Cook and the O-line probably never want to see this film again. We also discuss how dizzying the merry-go-round of coverages was on D. Which DB's also stood out individually and what to expect going forward with Joey Bosa and Jordan Hancock.

Bills will need big Josh Allen games to make a Super Bowl. They got one in Jacksonville. BKL Nightly co-hosts Thad Brown and Caleb Carr explain why Allen didn't need to be Superman to do it. Helped a lot that Buffalo got probably their best WR game of the season. Tre White proved again that he's got some good football left. So did Shaq Thompson. We also discuss how much a concern the run game issues are--both sides of the ball. And what the heck happened with the refs at the end of the first half.

Final score didn't matter much in the Bills season finale against the Jets. But Bills Kickoff Live co-hosts Carl Jones and Thad Brown explain why the final snap counts did. They also discuss how valuable Ray Davis has become and the thing the Bills did that must keep happening. They also break down why the Jags offense has been humming and which receivers are the key. Plus, Jacksonville runs a defense that might be one of one.

Even without much on the line and few starters on the field, the Bills made the likely final game at Highmark Stadium memorable. Bills Kickoff Live co-hosts Josh Reed, Carl Jones and Thad Brown explain what went right both during the game and after. They also break down the playoff opener against Jacksonville. BKL Nightly co-host Caleb Carr joins the show to discuss more of the emotion surrounding the final Highmark game and to talk about who might be the toughest team for the Bills to face in the AFC.

Bills O-line had another huge challenge against Philly. Like the Texans game, Bills Kickoff Live co-hosts Carl Jones and Thad Brown were disappointed how Buffalo measured up. They also broke down a bad game for Josh Allen and a pretty good one for Joe Brady. Both think this was the best game of the year on D, anchored by some superstar stuff from Christian Benford, Tre White and the defensive backs. Thad and Carl both have a lot to get off their chest about how embarrassing the Eagles were on offense.

The Bills finally ran into a team they could not come from behind to beat. Bills Kickoff Live co-hosts Thad Brown, Carl Jones and Josh Reed explain why Philly's D was another level and why the 2-point conversion was the right call. Caleb Carr joins the show to discuss a superb second half Bills defense and whether there's signs of life in the receiver room. Plus, how much of the blame should be on Josh Allen's shoulders.

The Bills didn't let Myles Garrett wreck the game on Sunday. Bills Kickoff Live co-hosts Carl Jones and Thad Brown explain the incredible methods Joe Brady used to make that happen. They also discuss why James Cook might be earning himself reps in a few different situations. They also dive into potential new concerns about the run defense. Plus, Cole Bishop's extraordinary rise summed in one play and the thing that was so encouraging about Greg Rousseau's clutch pass rushing game.

When the Bills needed big plays to finally put away the Browns, Greg Rousseau delivered. BKL Nightly co-hosts Rachel Libert and Thad Brown discuss what the big performance means to Rousseau and this defense. They also explain why Cole Bishop and Jordan Poyer were nearly equal as heroes. James Cook was incredible on offense... in the first half. We debate how the Bills got stagnant in the second half. Plus, what to make of receiver roulette and how much concern should this win inspire long term.

Josh Allen was amazing in the second half of Buffalo's comeback win in New England. But he hardly did it all. Bills Kickoff Live co-hosts Carl Jones and Thad Brown explain why the most amazing part had nothing to do with the quarterback. It's also time to start talking about David Edwards as one of the top linemen on the team. Max Hairston had really good moments. He also had pretty bad ones. We discuss why his usage has been unusual. Plus, should there be concern with the Bills pass rush and what the heck went wrong on the long cutback touchdown.

The Bills did almost everything right in the second half of an incredible comeback win. Thad Brown and Caleb Carr discuss another Josh Allen masterclass, the continued impact of Dawson Knox and how much momentum played a part. They also lay out why Tre White and the Bills secondary were a huge factor in turning this game around. Plus, they debate how much worry the poor first half should cause. Also hear from Josh Allen and Sean McDermott.

Josh Allen had another amazing game. If Bills fans don't appreciate him enough (they usually do), Bills Kickoff Live hosts Thad Brown and Carl Jones explain why his game against the Bengals was particularly incredible. They also discuss the signs that Keon Coleman might not be keeping his gameday jersey long. And why Dion Dawkins remains a top tier left tackle. The defense won by not playing by the book. Carl and Thad think it needs to stay that way. Plus, an update on year one for Max Hairston and what to look for in the rematch with the Patriots.

Highmark Stadium had at least one magic moment left. And Christian Benford provided it. Bills Kickoff Live hosts Carl Jones, Thad Brown and Josh Reed talk about what it was like in the building when the game turned around. They also debate how much it changes the big picture outlook for the Bills. Caleb Carr joins the show to discuss how much Benford has improved this year. Is he elite? And does Josh Allen get properly appreciated?

The Bills were dominant both sides of the ball against Pittsburgh. As you'd expect, the film revealed lots of heroes. Bills Kickoff Live hosts Thad Brown and Carl Jones think Joe Brady put together his best game plan of the year. He had plenty of help from the RBs--all of them--plus the TE/WR blocking crew.On defense, Christian Benford won the fight with D.K. Metcalf. Is he now an elite CB? Plus, the best game of the year for the D-Line and is it time for Shaq Thompson to be a full time starter.

No one is buying Super Bowl tickets yet, but the Bills season got back on the rails in Pittsburgh. Thad Brown and Caleb Carr talk all about the run game and why this was a quality piece of work from offensive coordinator Joe Brady. They also debate if Ray Davis can be a regular contributor and how augmented Josh Allen's QB touchdown run record is by sneaks. On defense, our guys think this game started with good coverage. The Bills won a battle of good on good. Plus, Joey Bosa doing Joey Bosa things and did the late hit on Allen fire up the Bills up.

Bills O-line had its worst night in a while against Houston. It's something that's been coming. Bills Kickoff Live co-hosts Carl Jones and Thad Brown explain where the signs were both before and early in the game against the Texans. They also discuss why this wasn't a bad Joe Brady game, the Dalton Kincaid effect and what's wrong with Josh Allen. On defense, there's a clear A-1 problem with the run D. Breaking down where coverage failed in the big moments. And our guys also present solutions for the struggling offense.

The Bills offensive line was one of the most dependable units all year. They were dominated by a ridiculously talented Texans pass rush. Thad Brown, Caleb Carr and Rachel Libert discuss why that was the top reason why Buffalo lost in Houston. It wasn't the only one. Buffalo's defense had a monster letdown that may have been the difference. Josh Allen thinks a key fourth quarter play call got in too late. We debate if that could have changed the outcome. Plus, was Keon Coleman a "winner" after this game?

Josh Allen had a six touchdown game, but was it THAT great? Bills Kickoff Live hosts Thad Brown and Carl Jones explain what won't work again, but also why there's optimism for more big days ahead. They also debate if there should be real concern for the run offense and who is the better offensive tackle. They dive into another week of run defense woes and why the problems might be bigger on the second level. Plus, the weekly Cole Bishop raves and why Max Hairston had a rough day.

Bills Kickoff Live co-hosts Josh Reed, Carl Jones and Thad Brown have plenty of nice things to say about Josh Allen after another legendary performance. Especially with Dalton Kincaid on the bench. They also discuss how likely the Bills are to see more like this. And how Keon Coleman handled being inactive. Caleb Carr also steps in to dive into the Coleman benching and wonders if he will ever learn his lesson. Plus, the ever ascending star that is Cole Bishop.

When the NFL found a new offensive cheat code, did the Bills ride it too far? Bills Kickoff Live co-hosts Carl Jones and Thad Brown explain why heavy personnel is dragging Josh Allen down. They also discuss how the MVP has issues of his own that were exposed in Miami. On defense, it's time to buy Cole Bishop stock. Max Hairston gets an education. What happened to the linebackers?

The Bills trip to south Florida was an utter disaster. Thad Brown and Caleb Carr detail what went wrong. From Brandon Beane to Sean McDermott and the entire roster. Josh Allen, too. They also talk about what's left for a potential playoff future, how much injuries factored in this loss and why the offense led by an MVP fell absolutely flat.

The Bills made zero deals at the trade deadline. Probably a surprise, but Bills Kickoff Live co-hosts Carl Jones and Thad Brown explain why nothing went down. As for the Chiefs, Cole Bishop had a wildly good game that offers tons of hope. But he wasn't the only one in the secondary who played well. Plus, Carl and Thad talk about how good Joe Brady's gameplan was and if this victory offers legit optimism about a repeat in January.

The Bills only won by seven, but proved a whole lot more against the Chiefs. Bills Kickoff Live hosts Thad Brown, Josh Reed and Carl Jones discuss the optimistic rise of Max Hairston and Cole Bishop, plus what this win does for Buffalo big picture. Caleb Carr joins the show to debate Dalton Kincaid's star status and explain how Joey Bosa outplayed his stats.

James Cook got the shine for his 216 yards against Carolina, but there were so many other cooks in that run game kitchen for the Bills. Bills Kickoff Live co-hosts Thad Brown and Carl Jones rave about them all, from Joe Brady to Reggie Gilliam and even Tyrell Shavers. The pass game did not look quite as hot. Our guys talk explain how bad it really is and how to solve those problems. Plus, what to do without Ed Oliver and how good was Max Hairston's debut.