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The Bills improved play and Christmas weekend win in L.A. have them in position to clinch a playoff spot as soon as this weekend when they take on the Patriots in Orchard Park. Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald discuss how the team turned things around and what has to happen to guarantee a post season spot.  Mark and Katherine also look at how the Bills can get more out of Stefon Diggs during...

James Cook helped the Bills run over the Cowboys and now Buffalo is moving in the right direction as they try to earn a playoff spot by winning the remaining games on the schedule. Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald look at how the Bills have been able to get the most out of Cook and how it will help down the stretch.  Mark and Katherine also highlight some standouts on the Bills defense as the...

The 20-17 win in Kansas City proved the Bills can win big games late in the season against tough opponents. That's something they will have to do again if they want to make the playoffs. Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald look at what went right for the Bills and what the playoff odds are now.  Mark and Katherine also discuss how James Cook has a been an "x-factor" for the Bills offense this se...

The Bills return to Kansas City this Sunday and while it is not an elimination game, a victory would go a long way in improving the Bills playoff chances. Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald look at how this matchup impacts the odds of the Bills making it to the postseason. Also, Mark and Katherine identify some Bills players that need to have a greater impact on the game for the Bills to have s...

Josh Allen put together an incredible performance on Sunday in Philadelphia but it was not enough to win. Now, fans are voicing their frustration with head coach Sean McDermott and the 6-6 Bills are in danger of missing the playoffs. Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald discuss what went wrong in Philadelphia, what needs to happen to save the season and if McDermott should still be the head coach...

Joe Brady’s offense put up 32 points against a solid Jets defense. The win gives the team hope as they prepare for the Eagles on Sunday and the start of a difficult stretch of games. Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald look at why the switch to Brady as offensive coordinator paid off right away and what must happen in order to pick up more wins and a playoff spot.  In addition, Mark and Katherin...

With Ken Dorsey fired on Tuesday, The Bills offense is now in the hands of Joe Brady. Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald discuss the difficult task Brady has in front of him and all of the issues plaguing Josh Allen and the offense.  There's positive news to share about the Bills defense, Mark and Katherine discuss how the banged-up unit has been playing well enough to keep the Bills in games....

Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald share initial thoughts to the breaking news that the Bills have fired offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey. The move comes less than 24 hours after the Bills lost to the Broncos on Monday Night Football. The team is now 5-5 and in serious trouble of missing out on the playoffs. The Buffalo News PlayAction podcast is fueled by Picasso’s Pizza. See omnystudio.com/li...

The Bills disappointing loss in Cincinnati has players, coaches and fans asking plenty of questions about the team and the rest of the season.  Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald discussed the Bills playoff chances now that they are 5-4, what has to happen in order for the offense to return to elite status and if Ken Dorsey deserves to remain offensive coordinator.  Mark and Katherine also look...

The Bills were busy at the trade deadline. Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald look at how the roster additions help the team heading into the second half of the season.  Mark asked for the "real Bills" to please stand up. Just how good is this team with a 5-3 record, heading into the second half? Mark and Katherine had plenty to discuss as they analyze what the team needs to do heading into gam...

If the 29-25 loss in New England was not bad enough, we now know Dawson Knox will be out for some time in order to have wrist surgery. Katherine Fitzgerald and Mark Gaughan look at how the Bills can improve on offense even without the starting tight end.  Katherine and Mark also discuss the issues on the banged up Bills defense, the questions surrounding the coaching staff and the challenges the T...

The Bills only put up 14 points in the win over the Giants and that has many fans concerned about Ken Dorsey's offense. Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald discuss the state of the Bills offense and how much the offensive coordinator is to blame for the recent struggles.  Mark and Katherine also look at how the Bills defense is holding up with several key players injured and they preview the mat...

Right off the top of the PlayAction podcast, Mark Gaughan says the Bills may not be the favorite to win the AFC East anymore thanks to all of the defensive injuries. Mark and Katherine Fitzgerald discuss the impact a depleted defensive will have on the Bills and how the team can move forward.  Plus, Mark and Katherine discuss how the Bills offense has evolved since Brian Daboll left the team and w...

One day before the Buffalo Bills arrive in London to for Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Katherine Fitzgerald is there and Mark Gaughan joined her on this special edition of the PlayAction podcast to discuss all things Bills in London.  Katherine and Mark talked about how the Bills are preparing for the overseas game and what the days leading up to the game will be like.  Come for...

The Bills made a statement with a dominating win against Miami to improve to 3-1. Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald discuss what has made the Bills so impressive on both sides of the ball so far this season and how sustainable it is. Mark and Katherine also look at how the season ending injury to Tre'Davious White impacts the Bills defensive. Plus, a look ahead to the matchup against Jacksonvi...

The matchup Bills fans have been waiting for is here. It is time to squish the fish when the Bills play Miami in a big week four AFC East matchup. In order for the Bills to do that, they must slow down Miami's explosive offense. Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald discuss the matchup against the Bills defense after Miami put up an eye-popping 70 points on the Broncos.  In addition, Mark and Kath...

The Bills found many ways to move the ball and score against the Las Vegas Raiders. The question now is can they continue to do so as they face tougher competition. Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald look at all aspects of the Bills offense and tell you what to watch as the season moves on.  Mark and Katherine also discuss some positive signs on the defensive side of the ball and preview the ma...

Interceptions, a fumble and some questionable decisions by Josh Allen played a big role in the Bills season opening overtime loss to the New York Jets. Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald discuss what went wrong and what it will take to get Allen and the Bills back on track.  Mark and Katherine also look ahead to the home opener against the Raiders - a team Mark described as "weird and odd."  Th...

Welcome to a special edition of The Buffalo News PlayAction podcast! The entire PlayAction team held a virtual event on Thursday, September 7th to discuss the Bills 2023 season. This podcast features a portion of the conversation.  Mark Gaughan, Katherine Fitzgerald, Ryan O'Halloran and Jay Skurski discussed the items you should be aware of as the Bills begin another highly anticipated season. The...

Buffalo News Buffalo Bills reporters Katherine Fitzgerald and Jay Skurski discuss the fallout from the recent roster cuts, what the Bills' plan is at middle linebacker and what the team is working toward as it prepares to open the 2023 NFL season against the New York Jets. The Buffalo News PlayAction podcast is fueled by Picasso's Pizza See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Bills suffered an ugly loss in Pittsburgh last week but it is only preseason so Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald are using time on the PlayAction podcast to tell Bills fans what they should actually be concerned about.  In addition, injuries are forcing Mark and Katherine to take a closer look at the Bills offensive line as they try to figure out what the unit will look like in the regula...

A retirement during the preseason has produced some questions about what the Bills offensive line will look like once the regular season starts. Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald discuss the position battles following the first preseason game. Also, there is a competition at backup quarterback after Kyle Allen struggled again the Colts. Mark and Katherine talk about who might end up as the num...

Josh Allen is busy at Bills training camp and there are plenty of items to discuss as the team prepares for a preseason game against the Colts.  The Buffalo News reporters Katherine Fitzgerald and Ryan O'Halloran discuss Allen and the offense as well as the position battles on defense in the latest PlayAction podcast.  Katherine and Ryan also share what you can look for as you watch the Bills in t...

There are plenty of developments at Buffalo Bills training camp to discuss and as always, Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald are covering them all on both sides of the ball. On offense, Mark and Katherine share thoughts on the running back situation and how rookie tight end Dalton Kincaid is a fan favorite. On Defense, all eyes were on Damar Hamlin this week as he practiced in pads for the firs...

Stefon Diggs used the start of Bills training camp to discuss the drama from mini camp. Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald analyze what Diggs had to say and how the team can move forward. In addition, the two reporters look at the first few days of training camp in Rochester and how things are different now that Sean McDermott is leading the defense. PlayAction also has details on a new book fr...