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Hamlin to start as Bills prepare to open against Cardinals Sep 04, 2024

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The Bills are set to open the season against the Cardinals on Sunday, a game that will be highlighted by the fact that Damar Hamlin will be starting at the safety position for Buffalo. It adds to his incredible comeback story after he suffered cardiac arrest and collapsed on the field in Cincinnati January 2nd of 2023. It also speaks to a lot of the changes in the Bills have gone through this offseason, and to the impact of injuries. Adam Benigni and Sal Maiorana look ahead to Sunday's match-up.

Follow Adam Benigni on Twitter/X: @adambenigni
Watch Adam on Sports Talk Live Buffalo Monday nights at 7:00pm on WGRZ/NBC.

Follow Sal Maiorana on Twitter/X: @salmaiorana
Read Sal's Bills coverage in the Rochester Democrat & Chronicle:https://www.democratandchronicle.com/sports/

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How can anyone think Josh Allen is overrated? Aug 30, 2024

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Is Josh Allen overrated? That's what some players polled by ESPN think. Sal Maiorana and guest Matt Parrino of Syracuse.com discuss that, plus they dive into the construction of the Bills roster and whether it's good enough to deliver a fifth straight AFC East division title. You can read all of Sal's stories at the Democrat and Chronicle by following this link: https://www.democratandchronicle.com/sports/bills/

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Andreessen makes Bills 53 man roster Aug 28, 2024

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The Bills have trimmed their roster to 53 players and Lancaster and University at Buffalo product Joe Andreessen has at least initially made the cut. It's one of the more inspiring stories across the NFL as the focus now shifts to the regular season. Adam Benigni and Sal Maiorana share their thoughts and a full roster breakdown.

Follow Adam on Twitter/X: @adambenigni
Watch Adam on Sports Talk Live Buffalo Monday nights at 7:00pm on WGRZ-TV.

Follow Sal on Twitter/X: @salmaiorana
Read Sal's Bills coverage in the Rochester Democrat & Chronicle: https://www.democratandchronicle.com/sports/

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Bills cutting to 53 amid concerns over kicker Tyler Bass Aug 26, 2024

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The Bills cut seven players on Sunday and put two on injured reserve as they work to get the roster down to 53 players by Tuesday's deadline. Adam Benigni and Sal Maiorana look at many of the key positions and project who the Bills will likely keep as the regular season arrives. Also the question, how much of a problem do they have with kicker Tyler Bass?

Follow Adam Benigni on Twitter/X: @adambenigni
Watch Adam on Sports Talk Live Buffalo Monday nights at 7:00pm on WGRZ-NBC.

Follow Sal Maiorana on Twitter/X: @salmaiorana
Read Sal's Buffalo Bills coverage in the Rochester Democrat & Chronicle: https://www.democratandchronicle.com/sports/

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Will the Bills be as competitive in 2024? Takes with Adam, Sal, and Mike Catalana Aug 23, 2024

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The Bills have transitioned to a younger roster in many spots and are dealing with a significant number of injuries raising questions about if they'll remain as competitive in 2024. Veteran Sports Director Mike Catalana guests with Adam Benigni and Sal Maiorana ahead of the final preseason game Saturday against Carolina.

Follow Adam on Twitter/X: @adambenigni
Watch Adam on Sports Talk Live Buffalo Monday nights at 7:00pm on WGRZ-TV

Follow Sal on Twitter/X: @salmaiorana
Read Sal's Bills coverage in the Rochester Democrat & Chronicle: https://www.democratandchronicle.com/sports/

Follow Mike on Twitter/X: @mikecatalana
Watch Mike on WHAM-TV in Rochester and on Buffalo Plus: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCS1NlZ4loA0HIAuvxLA8pQ

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Josh Allen and starters to sit preseason finale as injuries and roster cuts loom Aug 21, 2024

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The long injury list for the Bills has Sean McDermott resting his starters for the preseason finale on Saturday against Carolina. Probably a wise move with the opener fast approaching. What has been and will be the impact? Where do things stand with rookie receiver Keon Coleman? Who has stood out among the young players on this team? Who is on the bubble? Adam Benigni and Sal Maiorana tackle those questions along with some of yours.

Follow Adam Benigni on Twitter/X: @adambenigni
Watch Adam on Sports Talk Live Buffalo Mondays at 7:00pm on WGRZ - NBC Buffalo.

Follow Sal Maiorana on Twitter/X: @salmaiorana
Read Sal's Bills coverage in the Rochester Democrat & Chronicle: https://www.democratandchronicle.com/sports/

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Long list of injuries impact Bills causing concern Aug 19, 2024

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The Bills had already been rocked by a list of injuries that had recently been highlighted by the loss of star linebacker Matt Milano to a torn biceps. Coming out of the 9-3 preseason win at Pittsburgh Saturday night, the list is longer and again impacting the quarterback, receiver, and safety positions among others. Adam Benigni and Sal Maiorana have the latest update and provide analysis on the impact that will likely extend into the regular season.

Follow Adam Benigni on Twitter/X: @adambenigni
Watch Adam Monday nights at 7pm on Sports Talk Live Buffalo on WGRZ-TV.

Follow Sal Maiorana on Twitter/X: @salmaiorana
Read Sal's Buffalo Bills coverage in the Rochester Democrat & Chronicle: https://www.democratandchronicle.com/sports/

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Matt Milano reaction and key position battles as Bills prepare to face Steelers in second preseason game Aug 16, 2024

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The Bills are dealing with the fact that star linebacker Matt Milano will be out indefinitely with a torn biceps. The expectation is that he could be back in December, but in the meantime it adds to the list of many questions the Bills have to answer on both sides of the ball as they get ready to face the Steelers in the second preseason game Saturday night in Pittsburgh. Jay Skurski of the Buffalo News joins Adam Benigni and Sal Maiorana with takes from Pittsburgh.

Follow Adam Benigni on Twitter/X: @adambenigni
Watch Adam on Sports Talk Live Buffalo Mondays at 7:00pm on WGRZ (NBC Buffalo) starting in September.

Follow Sal Maiorana on Twitter/X: @salmaiorana
Read Sal's Bills coverage in the Rochester Democrat & Chronicle: https://www.democratandchronicle.com/sports/

Follow Jay Skurski on Twitter/X: @jayskurski
Read Jay's Bills coverage in the Buffalo News: https://buffalonews.com/sports/#tracking-source=main-nav

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Matt Milano injury update with Dr. David Chao Aug 15, 2024

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Tough news for the Bills. All-Pro linebacker Matt Milano will be out indefinitely due to a torn bicep that he suffered Tuesday in practice. Milano will need surgery. The loss further impacts a Bills defense that is already transitioning to replace veteran safeties
Jordan Poyer and Micah Hyde. Former NFL team physician Dr. David Chao joined Adam Benigni and Sal Maiorana to share insight on the injury, and when fans can expect Milano to return.

Follow Adam Benigni on Twitter/X: @adambenigni
Watch Adam on Sports Talk Live Buffalo Mondays at 7:00pm this fall on WGRZ-TV (NBC BufFalo)

Follow Sal Maiorana on Twitter/X: @salmaiorana
Read Sal's Buffalo Bills coverage in the Rochester Democrat & Chronicle: https://www.democratandchronicle.com/sports/

Follow Dr. David Chao on Twitter/X: @ProFootballDoc

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Offseason of change: Josh Allen and Bills adjusting to life without Diggs, Morse Aug 14, 2024

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The Bills are in the midst of a major roster transition as they try to keep the Super Bowl window open with quarterback Josh Allen. Part of that was moving on from receiver Stefon Diggs and center Mitch Morse on offense, along with veteran safeties Jordan Poyer and to this point, Micah Hyde of defense. How much of a drop-off? Veteran Bills reporter Vic Carucci joins with takes along with Adam Benigni and Sal Maiorana.

Follow Adam Benigni on Twitter/X: @adambenigni
Watch Adam on Sports Talk Live Buffalo Monday nights at 7:00pm (WGRZ-NBC)

Follow Sal Maiorana on Twitter/X: @salmaiorana
Read Sal's work in the Rochester Democrat & Chronicle: https://www.democratandchronicle.com/sports/

Follow Vic Carucci on Twitter/X: @viccarucci
Read Vic's work at wgrz.com: https://www.wgrz.com/sports
Listen to Vic on Sirius XM NFL Radio

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