Talking Buffalo

Del Reid joins Patrick Moran live from Imperial Pizza for an engaging conversation that goes well beyond football. The co-founder of Bills Mafia reflects on the movement's origins, discusses the mission behind 26 Shirts, previews the upcoming MafiaCon, and shares stories about community, charity, and what it truly means to represent Buffalo. Key Takeaways Del Reid reflects on the incredible journe...

Patrick Moran welcomes Owen Parker (WGR 550) back to Talking Buffalo for an in-depth conversation that begins with Owen's rapid rise in Buffalo sports media before shifting into a discussion about the Buffalo Sabres' goaltending situation. They breaks down whether the Sabres have enough internal growth in net, debates the possibility of acquiring Connor Hellebuyck, and examines the futures of Ukko...

On this episode of Talking Buffalo , Patrick Moran is joined by Matt Warren of SB Nation and Buffalo Rumblings to break down the latest ESPN rankings surrounding the Buffalo Bills and debate whether the national media truly knows what to make of this roster heading into training camp. The guys discuss ESPN ranking the Bills as having the 4th-best projected starting lineup in the NFL despite previo...

The summer sports lull is officially here, and Buffalo Bills fans know exactly what that means — arguing for the sake of arguing. On this episode of Talking Buffalo , Patrick Moran dives into the “dog days” of the Buffalo sports calendar, tackling everything from the new Highmark Stadium practice controversy to the never-ending debates surrounding Bills and Sabres offseason storylines. Patrick als...

On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by broadcaster and friend Steve Bermel to talk Buffalo Sabres & Bills, including a discussion on if the Sabres have a legit Cup contending roster as things stand right now. 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 compensati...

On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by Matt Warren from SB Nation to discuss several Buffalo Bills and football topics, including some serious shade being thrown to the Bills skilled position players in a recent ESPN article. Patrick and Matt dive into a fascinating feature from The Athletic on new Bills safety C. J. Gardner-Johnson, discussing whether he’ll become one of B...

The Buffalo Sabres offseason is officially heating up, and on this episode of Talking Buffalo , Patrick Moran is joined by Chad DeDominicis from Expected Buffalo to break down all the latest Sabres rumors, roster questions, and free agency possibilities heading into one of the franchise’s biggest summers in years. Patrick and Chad discuss the growing speculation surrounding Connor Hellebuyck, whet...

Patrick Moran dives into six Buffalo Bills players he believes are being seriously overlooked heading into the 2026 NFL season. From breakout candidates to underrated veterans, Patrick explains why several key contributors could end up playing massive roles for Buffalo this year.  Key Takeaways Dalton Kincaid may be primed for a breakout season if he can stay healthy, with Patrick arguing he’s far...

Steve Bermal joins Patrick Moran for an energetic offseason conversation covering a chaotic week for the Buffalo Sabres, NHL Draft fallout, roster construction questions, and even some Buffalo pop culture moments from Nickel City Comic Con. The guys dive deep into the futures of Alex Tuch and Bo Byram, debate whether the Sabres are truly in “win-now” mode, and discuss how Jarmo Kekäläinen is shapi...

Live from Casey's Black Rock, Patrick Moran is joined by Joe Yerdon for a loaded discussion centered around one of the wildest Buffalo Sabres offseason couple fo days in recent memory. The guys dive deep into the emotional fallout from the Sabres finally ending their playoff drought, the departures of key players like Alex Tuch and Bo Byram, and what could be next as the NHL Draft approaches. Key...

In this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by recurring guest Chris Ostrander for a deep dive into a wild 24-hour stretch for the Buffalo Sabres. The guys break down the blockbuster moves involving Alex Tuch, Bo Byram, Zach Benson and what it all means for the future of the franchise. Key Takeaways Alex Tuch’s departure to the Washington Capitals sparks debate about loyalty, busin...

Patrick Moran is joined by Matt Warren for an episode centered around the official ribbon-cutting ceremony and media tour of the brand-new Highmark Stadium. Matt shares firsthand insight from inside the stadium, including details on the fan experience, concourse upgrades, seating, acoustics, luxury areas, and what Bills Mafia can expect when the new era officially begins. Patrick also reflects on...

Patrick Moran breaks down eight Buffalo Bills players truly on the roster bubble heading into training camp, discussing which veterans and young players could be fighting for their NFL future this summer. Plus, Patrick wraps up the show with another Western New York chicken finger review , this time stopping at Gordy’s Inn in West Seneca. Key Takeaways Patrick identifies eight Bills players firmly...

In this Father’s Day episode of Talking Buffalo , Patrick Moran is joined by recurring guest Joe From Queens for a fun and wide-ranging conversation centered around the Buffalo Bills, offseason predictions, and some of the franchise’s biggest offseason splash moves ever. The guys revisit predictions they made before free agency and the NFL Draft, discuss how the Bills actually handled the offseaso...

Patrick Moran is joined live from Imperial Pizza by Chris 'Bulldog' Parker for a wide-ranging and emotional episode of Talking Buffalo . The guys dive into Buffalo Bills offseason storylines, Sabres optimism, parenting memories, and the importance of the upcoming Ride For Roswell. From debates over Josh Palmer, DJ Moore and the Bills pass rush to honest conversations about cancer, family and Buffa...

Patrick Moran is joined live at Sonny Red’s in Lackawanna by Buffalo Bills insiders Matt Parrino and Sal Capaccio for a fun, wide-ranging conversation that blends Buffalo Bills talk with parenting stories, media life, food takes, training camp discussion and more. From debates about wings and Buffalo food culture to serious conversations about coaching pressure, family sacrifices and the future of...

On this episode of Talking Buffalo , Patrick Moran is joined by Matt Warren for a fun offseason edition of “Buffalo Bills True or False.” The guys break down several bold predictions surrounding the Bills heading into training camp, including roster battles, surprise cuts, potential signings and who could emerge as this summer’s breakout training camp star. They also discuss the newly released Buf...

On this episode of Talking Buffalo , Patrick Moran dives into his updated ranking of the top 10 current Buffalo Bills players , discusses why certain stars narrowly missed the cut, and shares a passionate response to a frustrating local restaurant experience that sparked plenty of social media debate. Patrick breaks down why players like Josh Allen, James Cook, Christian Benford and Greg Rousseau...

Patrick Moran is joined by Joe From Queens to discuss several Buffalo Bills and other topics, including looking at how many more prime years Josh Allen may have left with the Bills.   Key Takeaways 🏀 Joe shares firsthand reactions from New York City after the Knicks captured the NBA championship. 🦬 Patrick and Joe debate how many elite years Josh Allen realistically has left given his physical s...

On this episode of Talking Buffalo , Patrick Moran takes a break from Buffalo sports talk to unveil his personal rankings for the Top 10 wing spots in Western New York for 2026 . From legendary staples like Bar-Bill Tavern and Nine-Eleven Tavern to rising favorites like Belt Line Brewery and Main & Hamlin, Patrick breaks down what makes each destination special—including sauces, crispiness, consis...

In this live episode of Talking Buffalo , Patrick Moran sits down with longtime Bills reporter Thad Brown from Sonny Red's for an energetic conversation covering Buffalo Bills storylines, media life, and plenty of football insight. From Josh Allen’s legacy trajectory to intriguing training camp battles and concerns about the Bills pass rush, this episode delivers a packed discussion with strong op...

On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by popular Buffalo-based singer and songwriter Cami Clune for a conversation centered around her life and career so far, recorded live from Imperial Pizza in South Buffalo. Cami shares stories about growing up in Western New York, discovering her passion for performing, navigating life with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, and the emotional roller...

On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by Joe From Queens to go over a handful of Buffalo Bills storylines that could be compelling and actually end up mattering. Key Takeaways Lindy Ruff’s impact on the Sabres was heavily undervalued despite helping stabilize the franchise culture. The guys discuss several intriguing Sabres UFA possibilities and what Buffalo still lacks headi...

On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by Joe From Queens to discuss among other topics who the Top 10 Buffalo Bills of all-time are and how much their lists mirror each other. Make sure to check out Joe From Queen’s Substack  page for his free weekly columns. Today’s episode is brought to you by the  law offices of William Mattar . Hurt in a car, call William Mattar. 444-4444...

Buffalo Sabres fans are still heated over Lindy Ruff finishing second in Jack Adams Trophy voting, and Patrick Moran is joined by Chris Ostrander from Two in the Box to break down why many believe Ruff was flat-out robbed. The guys dive into the NHL awards voting process, debate whether Jon Cooper deserved the honor, and discuss how Ruff transformed Buffalo into a division-winning playoff team. Th...