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TGAF: Tim Graham And Friends
by Tim Graham
Tim Graham is a senior writer for The Athletic. He previously worked for ESPN, the Buffalo News, Palm Beach Post and Las Vegas Sun. He's also an NFL analyst for WIVB Channel 4 in Buffalo. He says he'll write a novel someday, but I don't believe him.
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TGAF: Can Sabres rebound in Montreal from Game 2 flop?
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK examines the Buffalo Sabres at another reset heading on the road for Game 3 and takes a look at Buffalo Bills' rookie minicamp. You can support "TGAF" and shop for sweet T-shirts, hoodies and more from our partner, Homage! Click this link and explore the site for discounts on licensed merch: homage.sjv.io/xJybjv
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TGAF: Buffalo culture pervasive in Sabres-Bruins series; Bills' backfill roster in draft
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK digs into the Sabres-Bruins entering Game 6, all the Buffalo culture that has colored the series and how Bills football boss Brandon Beane handled the NFL Draft.
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TGAF: Brandon Beane patiently waits to draft; Sabres find traction against Bruins
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK discusses Brandon Beane's decision not to make a first-round draft pick again and the Sabres taking a lead in their series against the Bruins.
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TGAF: Sabres seeking stride at finish line; Mike MacDonald new Bona coach
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK digs into the Sabres' identity entering the playoffs, Bills mock drafts and new St. Bonaventure men's basketball coach Mike MacDonald.
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TGAF: Would a Steinbrenner approach push Bills over hump? Mike Vaccaro on The Boss and the Bonnies
New York Post sports columnist Mike Vaccaro joins "Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK to talk about his new book, "The Bosses of the Bronx: The Endless Drama of the Yankees Under the House of Steinbrenner." The St. Bonaventure grad also discusses the future of the Bonnies' basketball program.
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TGAF: Bills free-agency review; Mark Schmidt leaves Bona; Sabres on the warpath
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK reviews the Bills' first moves in free agency, St. Bonaventure basketball coach Mark Schmidt's departure and a Sabres hiccup along the warpath.
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TGAF: Why do Bills keep bringing up Josh Allen's contract? John Wawrow on Olympic hockey coverage
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK explores the apparent Saintsification of the Buffalo Bills, updates on the local hoops scene entering March Madness and welcomes Associated Press reporter John Wawrow to talk about his experience covering hockey at the Winter Olympics.
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TGAF: Biils at combine; why U. of Michigan is begging off Buffalo
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK explores Bills-related storylines at the NFL Scouting Combine, the idling Sabres' as the Olympic break nears its end and why the University of Michigan doesn't want to come to Buffalo. Plus, Tim has trouble sorting out the Irish.
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TGAF: Bills GM Brandon Beane taking a national media beating
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK explores the dramatic media shift against Bills GM Brandon Beane, an update about WGR 550-AM and how a bad betting tip led to a deeper discussion about college beat writers and gambling insiders.
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TGAF-bombs: We'll know more about Bills transformation when we reach effing free agency
"Tim Graham And Friends" discusses hate watching the Patriots, the Sabres' unstable week, the Bills' new coordinators and when we'll start to know how much they will morph.
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TGAF: How much should a coach swoon over his QB? Sabres talking Stanley Cup
"Tim Graham And Friends" reviews Joe Brady's introductory news conference at One Bills Drive and Sabres forward Alex Tuch's forceful statement about playing for the Stanley Cup.
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TGAF: Do you trust the Bills to hire the right head coach?
"Tim Graham And Friends" examined Wednesday's disastrous news conference, what we learned about the Bills' decision to fire Sean McDermott -- and what we did not.
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TGAF: Electric City, come alive ... Jeff Glor on high-wattage Bills, Sabres
Big-J journalist Jeff Glor joins "Tim Graham And Friends" to discuss his white-hot Sabres and his Bills on their run to the Super Bowl.
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TGAF: Is Sean McDermott REALLY in trouble? Sabres stay hot
Is Sean McDermott REALLY coaching for his job this weekend? "Tim Graham And Friends" examine a national journalism phenomenon and sort through the fact and hot-takery on McDermott's job status. Plus, Tim and Jonah discuss the volcanic Sabres and whether it's OK to feel like they've finally figured things out.
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TGAF: Give Kevyn Adams credit? Bills hopes and farewell to The Ralph with Joe Lozito
Hall of Fame "F" Joe Lozito joins "Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK to discuss Super Bowl hopes, the closing of Rich Stadium, James Cook's quest for the rushing title, the Sabres' 10-game win streak and how much Kevyn Adams truly deserves.
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TGAF: Should Bills lean into health or sharpness for playoffs? Sabres streak to seven
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK examines how the Bills should handle their final two regular-season games as they ramp up toward the playoffs and whether Sabres coach Lindy Ruff has done enough to cement his job for the rest of 2025-26.
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TGAF: Lindy Ruff next? Sabres shakeup might not be over
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK CPA's and business consultants looks at the Sabres in the aftermath of GM Kevyn Adams' firing and what it means for coach Lindy Ruff. Plus, a preview of the Bills' potential trap game against the Browns.
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TGAF: Wolves finally arrive at Kevyn Adams' door; Patriot Way back too soon
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK sees the smoke signals coming from KeyBank Center about Kevyn Adams' tenure coming to an end as Sabres general manager. Plus, can the Bills stop the Patriots from winning the AFC East on Sunday? Las Vegas thinks so.
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TGAF: Darius Slay snubs Bills -- with fallout
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK examines Darius Slay's refusal to join the Bills, the loss of Ja'Marcus Ingram and the fallout. Plus, a preview of Saturday afternoon's intriguing St. Bonaventure at UB basketball game.
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TGAF: Josh Allen a marked man against Steelers; Sabres yak up a bone
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK digs into a bad week for Buffalo sports. A week after his worst beating, Josh Allen gets to face the Steelers without both starting tackles. The Sabres looked good for a while, and then they lost two straight uggos. After a promising start, UB football lost its third game in a row.
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TGAF: Bills and Sabres wake TF up; should Keon Coleman play Thursday?
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK looks at the revived Bills and Sabres, whether Keon Coleman should remain in street clothes Thursday night and a couple big local hoops games.
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TGAF: Shawne Merriman on Bills approaching 'best to never get there' status
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK welcomes former Chargers and Bills pass rusher Shawne Merriman to talk about Josh Allen/Philip Rivers and Sean McDermott/Marty Schottenheimer comparisons as the best to never get there. Tim and Jonah Bronstein discuss the Sabres' latest woes and University at Buffalo men's basketball at a somewhat surprising 3-0.
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TGAF: Bills post-deadlne letdown in Miami? Sabres spin their wheels
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK explores the Bills' post-trade-deadline psychology, the Sabres' inability to gain traction and University at Buffalo football/basketball notes.
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TGAF: Why the Chiefs want to eliminate James Cook and let Josh Allen try to beat them
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK considers how a Bills loss to the Chiefs will hurt more than a victory would feel good, the Sabres' steadily improving outlook and the University at Buffalo football losing its relevancy.
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TGAF: How does Terry Pegula operate among NFL owners? Author Ken Belson, plus Sabres fun
The Sabres are fun to watch all the sudden! Plus, author and New York Times reporter Ken Belson joins "Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK to discuss his book, "Every Day is Sunday: How Jerry Jones, Robert Kraft, and Roger Goodell Turned the NFL into a Cultural & Economic Juggernaut."
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TGAF: How the Bills went from Super Bowl faves to stoking fans' fears
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK reflects on the wobbling Bills on their bye week and the Sabres' failure to launch.
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TGAF: How Bills can run the table and Sabres make playoffs
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK dares to consider the Bills going unbeaten at home to clinch the No. 1 seed and the Sabres doing just enough here, there, everywhere to improve and end reach the playoffs for the first time in forever.
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TGAF: How the Bills escaped a humiliating loss to the Dolphins
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK CPAs and business consultants digs into the Bills' surprisingly tight victory over the Dolphins on Thursday night and previews the University at Buffalo's glorious opportunity the next three weeks.
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TGAF: Bills no longer favored at home against Ravens, 'Hard Knocks" sucked
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK explains how the Bills have fallen from favorites to home underdogs Sunday night against the Ravens. Plus, a look back at the feeble "Hard Knocks" series and University at Buffalo's home opener Saturday against St. Francis.
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TGAF: How Bills built their 2025 roster; Greatest games in The Ralph's history
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK returns with a look at all the Bills' roster moves this week, University at Buffalo's opening football game and how The Athletic chose the greatest 25 games played at The Ralph.
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TGAF: Andrew Siciliano talks 'Hard Knocks,' Bills camp and Browns QBs
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK welcomes "Hard Knocks Podcast" host and Browns play-by-play voice Andrew Siciliano to talk about the shows taking place in Buffalo and Cleveland and his loathing of+ sports movies.
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TGAF: James Cook's leverage, Bills to watch Saturday
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK takes stock of the Bills as they break training camp at St. John Fisher University and prepare for their lone home preseason game Saturday against the Giants.
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TGAF: Bills roster getting wrung out; what naming rights mean to Sabres' future
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK dishes on the first week of Bills' training camp and delves into the KeyBank Center naming rights extension.
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TGAF: Florina Altshiler breaks down Max Hairston lawsuit; Sabres schedule
Legal expert Florina Altshiler returns to "Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK to analyze the sexual-assault lawsuit against Bills first-round draft choice Maxwell Hairston. Jonah and Tim also discuss 716 Day, the Buffalo Sabres 2025-26 schedule release and some interesting updates on the local college basketball schedule.
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TGAF: Bills reaching into Toronto as Canadians draw a line; RIP Frank Layden
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK digs into Tim's recent story about the Bills and the NFL navigating a tricky Canadian border. Plus, reflections on the late Frank Layden and Niagara University hoops.
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TGAF: Joe Mesi on the Third Franchise, getting off the mat and Jake Paul's world ranking
Former No. 1 heavyweight contender Joe Mesi joins "Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK to talk about his career, the state of boxing and Jake Paul's world ranking. Tim and Jonah talk about the pro soccer stadium saga and what the Sabres are doing -- or not doing -- as the NHL offseason gets busy elsewhere.
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TGAF: Your best/worst post-Buffalo champions; GPT nightmares
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK examines the best and worst Buffalo pros who went on to win world championships elsewhere. Plus, Tim shares his recent experiences with obnoxious ChatGPT.
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TGAF: Bills season swings on Cook, Coleman, Kincaid; Small-time Sabres
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK reviews Bills minicamp storylines, most notably James Cook, Keon Coleman and Dalton Kincaid. Plus, why are the Sabres' using the Bills' facilities for the NHL Draft?
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TGAF: How did Kevyn Adams cut the line and stay there? A conversation with Matthew Fairburn
Matthew Fairburn joins "Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK to talk about his deeeeeeeeep dive into how Kevyn Adams became the Buffalo Sabres' GM and has kept the job despite five years of failure.
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TGAF: What Sabres can expect from Jarmo Kekalainen; Panthers-Oilers preview
George Richards covers the Florida Panthers and used to cover new Buffalo Sabres senior adviser Jarmo Kekalainen. So who better to join this episode of "Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK? Tim and Jonah also dig into the latest Buffalo Bills updates.
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TGAF: Bills no likey 'Hard Knocks;' Dave Buchanan previews Bandits title game
Buffalo Bandits sideline reporter Dave Buchanan joins "Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK to preview Saturday afternoon's decisive game against the Saskatchewan Rush and whatever has become of auto racing. Plus, Tim and Jonah Bronstein react to the Bills being forced to do "Hard Knocks" this summer.
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TGAF: Bills schedule rollout; John Gurtler dishes on Bandits title pursuit
Buffalo Bandits voice John Gurtler joins "Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK to discuss the upcoming NLL Finals against the Saskatchewan Rush and winning the league's Tom Borrelli Award as the top media member. Tim and Jonah break down the Buffalo Bills' schedule and the Buffalo Sabres' front office moves (and lack thereof).
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TGAF: Sabres front office better have bigger plans; Bills cushy schedule
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK looks at Sabres' uninspiring front-office moves so far, this week's NFL schedule announcement and the Bandits returning to the National Lacrosse League championship series.
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TGAF: How Brandon Beane's prickly interview eclipsed Bills' draft itself
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK explores how Brandon Beane's interview eclipsed the actual draft, Buffalo News reporter Mark Gaughan's retirement, Daemen University's truly incredible national volleyball ascendance.
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TGAF: Surprise! Downtown soccer stadium evaporates; UB loses another coach
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK explores the latest blow to building a stadium downtown, UB women's basketball coach Becky Burke's decision to bolt for Arizona and the Sabres sprinting through the finish line.
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TGAF: Stadium looks badass; why tush push gotta go; historic UB women hoops
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK checks out a Bills stadium ceremony, reports from the NFL owners' meetings, dishes on historic UB women's basketball run and wonders what the Sabres' late push means.
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TGAF: Pegula rated worst NHL owner; Big Four/March Madness analysis
Buffalo State assistant basketball coach Nick MacDonald stops by "Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK, but not before Tim and Jonah talk about Sabres owner Terry Pegula ranking dead last among NHL owners in The Athletic's recent survey.
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TGAF: Is there truly Sabres pride? Bills FA mostly spackle
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK wonders if Sabres players identify more with being generic NHL players and what, if anything, can change how we view the 2024-25 season over the remaining month. Plus, a look at Bills free agency so far and local March Madness thoughts.
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TGAF: Mike MacDonald and his No. 1 Daemen Wildcats; Sabres trade deadline
Daemen University men's basketball coach Mike MacDonald joins "Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK to discuss his 25-0 Wildcats and their No. 1 national ranking. Tim and Jonah preview what the Buffalo Sabres are facing at Friday afternoon's NHL trade deadline.
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TGAF: James Cook worth $15M? DT Bills' biggest need? Josh Allen a HOF already?
"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK talks about James Cook's $15 million quest, Buffalo's biggest defensive needs and a popular Hall of Fame metric that says Josh Allen doesn't need to play another snap to rate higher than Jim Kelly.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Tim Graham is a senior writer for The Athletic. He previously worked for ESPN, the Buffalo News, Palm Beach Post and Las Vegas Sun. He's also an NFL analyst for WIVB Channel 4 in Buffalo. He says he'll write a novel someday, but I don't believe him.
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