OBL 3/11: Tom Telesco on Joshua Palmer, Biggest Surprise In Free Agency

Maddy Glab and Steve Tasker updated the latest free agency news from One Bills Drive and around the NFL, including the reported signings of WR Joshua Palmer and DL Michael Hoecht. We asked the listeners what has surprised you the most in the early going of free agency? Former Chargers and Raiders GM Telesco joined the show. He talked about what impressed him about Joshua Palmer coming out of Tennessee and the decision to draft him while with the Chargers. He talked about Palmer's skillset, professionalism, and what traits he will offer the Bills offense. He went on to discuss Buffalo's early approach to free agency, the trends around the league, and the contract extension for QB Josh Allen.

CBS Sports NFL player/draft analyst Chris Trapasso and Steve Tasker recapped all the recent signings at One Bills Drive. They shared their thoughts on the contract extensions for QB Josh Allen, DE Greg Rousseau, and LB Terrel Bernard. They updated the latest NFL free agency news as the negotiating period kicked off Monday afternoon. Bernard joined the show to discuss his new deal in Buffalo, the next steps in his career, and why he thinks the Bills have the pieces in place to contend for a Super Bowl.

Maddy Glab and Steve Tasker started today's show with their reaction to the contract extension for LB Terrel Bernard and the impact it will have on the future of Buffalo's defense. The two then updated the latest news from around the NFL, including the trade request from Bengals pass rusher Trey Hendrickson and Harold Landry's release from Tennessee. Maddy and Steve opened up the Friday Fan Mailbag to answer the listeners most pressing questions. The 33rd Team NFL Analyst Tyler Brooke kicked off the second hour with his thoughts on Trey Hendrickson trade compensation, the recent uptick in pass rush talent that could be available, and the free agent market for defensive backs. He went on to discuss his 7-round mock draft for Buffalo, D.K. Metcalf's trade value, and his biggest takeaways from the NFL Scouting Combine.

Maddy Glab and Steve Tasker updated the latest news and notes from around the NFL, including the retirement of center Mitch Morse, the Chargers releasing Joey Bosa, and the Bills releasing punter Sam Martin. They asked the listeners what will it take for the Bills to satisfy your "inner GM" this offseason? Boston Sports Journal writer and 'All 32 NFL Podcast' host Mike Giardi joined the show in the second hour. He shared his thoughts on the Bills needs this offseason, why they should swing big for pass rusher Myles Garrett, and the rest of the AFC East as they prepare to improve their rosters this offseason.

Maddy Glab and Steve Tasker updated the latest news from around the NFL, including the trade request from DK Metcalf and the mega contract extension for Raiders pass rusher Maxx Crosby. They asked the listeners who is your free agent crush for the Bills? National NFL Insider from the Athletic Jeff Howe joined the show to share his thoughts on the Crosby extension, the latest with Myles Garrett, and how QB-needy teams will address this offseason.

Chris Brown, Steve Tasker, and Martin Biron kicked off today's show from KeyBank Center ahead of tonight's Sabres game vs. the Sharks. They trio discussed tonight's 'Buffalo Bills Night' as current and former players invade the arena for the game. Brownie and Tasker then went around the NFL to discuss the latest news and notes from around the league. They asked the listeners what's the best way to describe a Buffalo sports fan? To kick off the second hour of the show, Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff sat down with the guys. He talked about his love for the Bills, the atmosphere when players are in attendance, and how the NHL schedule compares to the NFL.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker updated the latest news from One Bills Drive and around the NFL. They asked the listeners which tool do you expect the Bills to use most to get under the cap; contract extensions, cap casualties, or contract restructures? The Draft Network NFL and college football analyst Ryan Fowler recapped some of the under-the-radar performers from the NFL Combine with defensive line and cornerback prospects. Bills WR Khalil Shakir then joined the show in studio to react to his 4-year contract extension with the team, his relationship with QB Josh Allen, his offseason plans, and his eagerness to return to work. Finally, the guys discussed the franchise tag designation for Bengals WR Tee Higgins.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker recapped the latest news and notes from the NFL Combine, including Matthew Stafford's new deal in Los Angeles and the defensive workouts from the Thursday night. Former NFL lineman and host of Mike Golic Jr., the host of GoJo and Golic, joined the show to discuss possible QB moves from the NFL, what the Browns might do with Myles Garrett, the top of the draft, and James Cook's impact in the Bills offense. NFL Films' Greg Cosell kicked off the second hour to share his thoughts on the edge rush prospects in this year's draft. He He broke down Tennessee's James Pearce, Mykel Williams out of Georgia, Oregon's Jordan Burch, Nic Scourton from Texas A&M, two Ohio State pass rushers J.T. Tuimoloau and Jack Sawyer, and Landon Jackson from Arkansas. Finally, the guys opened up the Friday Fan Mailbag to answer listeners questions.