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BKL Nightly

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The Bills Kickoff Live team provides gameday reaction and All-22 breakdowns of each and every Bills game. Featuring Thad Brown, Josh Reed, Carl Jones and Caleb Carr.

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Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Let's Talk Ball: The Bills' unsung heroes save the day 10.01.2024

With the AFC East title on the line, several role players stepped up for the Bills to clinch the division on Sunday night over the Dolphins. News 8 sports director Thad Brown and Carl Jones break down the All-22 film from the Bills 21-14 win in Week 18. Taylor Rapp made two crucial plays at the end of the game to help seal the deal. Carl illustrates how the Bills safety was able to step up in thos...

Bills win AFC East title in microcosm of season 08.01.2024

The Bills completed their late-season turnaround with a come-from-behind victory against the Miami Dolphins, winning 21-14 on Sunday night to earn the AFC East Title. Thad Brown and AJ Feldman discuss the crazy sequence of events that led to the win and the semi-viral clip of Thad chasing after Josh Allen postgame. We once again saw both the bad and good Josh Allen. Can that type of performance wi...

Let's Talk Ball: Rasul Douglas shines; passing game woes continue 03.01.2024

The Bills pulled out another close win over an inferior opponent to inch one step closer to the postseason. News 8 sports director Thad Brown and Carl Jones discuss the All-22 film of the Bills 27-21 win over the Patriots. Josh Allen, admittedly, did not play up to his to elite level standards in the game. Thad and Carl discuss some of the plays he did not execute and how the passing game is incon...

Douglas, defense carries Bills; title showdown awaits 01.01.2024

The Bills won their fourth straight game, topping the Patriots 27-21. But it wasn't pretty and it didn't clinch the Bills a playoff spot. Thad Brown, AJ Feldman, and Carl Jones all join the show to break down the win. The defense led the way, forcing four turnovers. Two were by Rasul Douglas who continues to make his mark on the defense. They analyze their outing and question whether the u...

Let's Talk Ball: Bills escape LA with win; defense steps up in crunch time 28.12.2023

In a game that was closer than many predicted, the Bills were able to escape Los Angeles with a 24-22 win over the Chargers. News 8 Sports director Thad Brown and Carl Jones discuss the All-22 film of the game. The News 8 duo break down three important plays on the final two drives of the game including the remarkable 3rd down pass by Josh Allen to Khalil Shakir. Also, Thad and Carl speak on a ver...

Bills find a way, take down Chargers 24.12.2023

It wasn’t pretty, but the Bills found a way to get a victory, beating the Chargers. It’s their third straight win and the team now controls their playoff destiny. Thad Brown and AJ Feldman discuss the win and how they were able to get it done when it mattered most. The running game wasn’t nearly as productive and Stefon Diggs is still searching for his early-season form, but Gabe Davis re-emerged...

Let's Talk Ball: Brady puts on coaching clinic; Johnson shines on defense 21.12.2023

The Bills put the NFL on notice with their dominant 31-10 victory over the Dallas Cowboys last Sunday. Sports director Thad Brown and sports reporter Carl Jones break down the key role that interim offensive coordinator Joe Brady played in the Bills impressive running game. James Cook had arguably his best game of his NFL career against the Cowboys with 221 total yards of offense. Thad and Carl di...

Bills leave no doubt in dominant win 18.12.2023

The Bills dominated the Cowboys from start to finish in a 31-10 beatdown in Orchard Park on Sunday. Thad Brown and Carl Jones discuss what made the Bills victory so impressive. James Cook had a career-high 179 rushing yards in the contest. What does this say about the Bills rushing attack going forward and their ability to be versatile on offense? Also, Joe Brady did a good job of sticking with th...

Let's Talk Ball: Joe Brady's chess match; Bills defense holds on 13.12.2023

The Bills notched a much-needed win against the Chiefs on Sunday to keep their playoff hopes alive. Sports director Thad Brown and Carl Jones discuss the Bills 20-17 road victory over the Chiefs. In the first half, Buffalo interim offensive coordinator Joe Brady had a good game plan to attack the Kansas City defense. However, Chiefs' defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo adjusted in the second...

Same old Bills earn different ending, McDermott criticism, the road ahead 11.12.2023

The Bills reverted to some of their same-old tendencies on Sunday in Kansas City. They gave away a big lead, they committed a costly turnover, and they appeared to give up the game-winning touchdown. However, Kadarius Toney wiped all of that away as his costly penalty sealed the Chiefs' fate, giving the Bills a 20-17 victory. Thad Brown and AJ Feldman discuss what they saw from the game. They...

Let's Talk Ball: Josh Allen puts on a show; defense fails to adjust 29.11.2023

Despite the loss, Josh Allen put on one of his performances of his entire career in Buffalo. Sports director Thad Brown and Carl Jones discuss the Bills heartbreaking 37-34 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Although Allen was stellar, the Bills quarterback had a few moments where he wasn't on the same page of his receivers. Thad and Carl break down what happened on the crucial 3rd and 7 incompl...

Defense fails late yet again as Bills drop OT thriller to Eagles 27.11.2023

The Bills are once again a .500 football team after dropping a 37-34 thriller to the Eagles in overtime. Thad Brown and AJ Feldman dissect the game and what it means for the team's playoff chances. The Bills gave up not one, but two scoring drives with the lead late in the game as their defense failed them once again. They discuss what led to the problems and whether or not they have the playe...

Let's Talk Ball: Brady's debut; Bills defense dominates 22.11.2023

Bills interim offensive coordinator Joe Brady's first impression was a good one. Sports director Thad Brown and Carl Jones his debut calling the plays after reviewing the film. The Bills offense had their highest scoring output since Week 4 against the Dolphins. What exactly did Brady change with the offense, if anything at all? Also, Khalil Shakir continues to carve out a role as a reliable o...

Buffalo Gameday Recap: What we liked from Josh Allen and Joe Brady 20.11.2023

The first game of the Joe Brady era was a win for the Bills as they took care of business against the hapless Jets. Thad Brown and AJ Feldman discuss what they saw from the team's 32-6 win. While the talk heading into the week was Joe Brady, Josh Allen may have been the biggest difference for the offensive turnaround as Allen got his mojo back. They break down what they like in the Bills'...

Let's Talk Ball: Dorsey's downfall, how OC change can work 16.11.2023

Ken Dorsey didn't work as the offensive coordinator in Buffalo. His death was by a thousand cuts. Where was the connective tissue for all those small mistakes? Sports Director Thad Brown and former Syracuse corner Carl Jones can explain. In addition, they'll point to what are reasonable expectations for change under Joe Brady.

Clock is ticking on Bills season 14.11.2023

The Bills fell in inexplicable fashion to the Broncos 24-22 at Highmark Stadium on Monday night. News 8 sports director Thad Brown and Carl Jones discuss the loss and what the overall outlook of the team lies ahead.

Let's Talk Ball: One solution won't fix Bills offense; defense provides surprises 08.11.2023

News 8 sports director Thad Brown and sports reporter Carl Jones discuss the Bills 24-18 loss to the Bengals

The Bills are who they are and they're not that great 06.11.2023

The Bills came up short once again as they fell to the Bengals 24-18. Thad Brown and AJ Feldman discuss the loss and what it means for the team moving forward. The offense looked great on the opening drive, but then couldn't get anything going until it was far too late. Is there any hope for the unit in the future? The injuries continue to pile up on defense, but they got some stops when they...

Let's Talk Ball: What Douglas can do; offense isn't fixed yet 01.11.2023

The Bills have a brand spanking new piece adding into the secondary after trading for corner Rasul Douglas at the trade deadline. We'll tell you why his playmaking skills can be a double edged sword through the eyes of former Division I corner Carl Jones. Sports Director Thad Brown also explains the dilemma the Bills create using Jordan Poyer at linebacker against the Bucs. It might be the bes...

Desperate for win, Bills deliver against Bucs 27.10.2023

Sean McDermott may have authored one of his best pieces of Buffalo coaching work Thursday night. Everything was clicking for the Bills. Sports Director Thad Brown and AJ Feldman had tons of praise for Josh Allen, Ken Dorsey and a variety of receivers. That might go double for rookie tight end Dalton Kincaid, who continued his breakout. The defense is not to be left out, not with Mike Evans and Chr...

Let's Talk Ball: Bills fall face first against Patriots 26.10.2023

News 8 sports director Thad Brown and sports reporter Carl Jones break down the All-22 film of the Bills stunning 29-25 loss to the Patriots. The Bills offense once again stumbled out the gates in the first half. Thad and Carl discuss who is to blame for the offensive woes against New England. Josh Allen did not play particularly well either. The duo break down exactly what went wrong for the Bill...

Time to push the panic button? Patriots stun Bills as offense falters again 23.10.2023

The Bills offense failed to show up for most of the game for the third straight week. It cost them for the second time as the Bills fell as heavy favorites to the New England Patriots 29-25. Thad Brown and AJ Feldman dissect what went wrong, why the offense can't get things going early, how the defense couldn't get a stop when they needed it most, and debate why Josh Allen didn't have...

Let's Talk Ball: Bills do just enough to escape disaster 18.10.2023

News 8 Sports Director Thad Brown and sports reporter Carl Jones break down the All-22 film of the Bills 14-9 win over the Giants on Sunday night football. The Bills offense was pedestrian at best against the Giants as they scored a season-low 14 points against an inferior opponent. How much is there cause for concern going forward? Thad and Carl discuss Ken Dorsey's role in their performance....

Offensive woes abound in clunker of a Bills win 16.10.2023

The Bills came out on top on the scoreboard against the Giants, winning 14-9. It was an ugly, ugly football game that should have the team worried about their offense moving forward. Thad Brown and AJ Feldman discuss the struggles with the offense as Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs carry the show. Can Allen and Ken Dorsey finally find secondary options that can consistently contribute? They also discu...

Bills offense lets defense down in loss to Jags, injuries mount 08.10.2023

The offense came out flat and never picked up steam as the Bills fell to the Jaguars 25-20 in London. Thad Brown and AJ Feldman break down the loss and question whether the team can recover from all the injuries they have suffered so far. Whether it was the flight to London or just poor performance, the Bills punted on their first four drives and scored just once in the first three quarters. They...

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