Bills By The Numbers - Ep. 97: Camp Battles For Roster Spots

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve go over which positions might be the hardest to trim down ahead of final roster cuts and which groups could use bolstering with depth. The two then share their thoughts on the players that have stuck out the most through the first week of training camp. Steve is quizzed on the Bills run game in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve take a look at the biggest differences with this year's Bills team and discuss how it can help them this season. The two then share their thoughts on what could be missing from the roster and if that could be of any concern. They then share their thoughts on the two new coordinators in Joe Brady and Bobby Babich and discuss their possible impact on the team's performance on the field. Steve is quizzed on Bills home opener history The Numbers Game. Finally, Brownie and Tasker give their answer to this week's One Burning Question, what will be the biggest surprise development we could see this year?

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve breakdown the team's initial 53-man roster. They discuss the biggest surprises they saw with this year's iteration, if there is more tinkering to do, and the possible moves they could see ahead of the regular season. Steve is quizzed on Bills roster trades in The Numbers Game. The guys then discuss the backup quarterback situation and discuss who will eventually hold that spot in this week's One Burning Question.

On the 100th episode of Bills by the Numbers presented by FanDuel, Chris Brown and Steve Tasker dive into this week's These Three Things. They look at the Bills current injury situation and how it can impact the 53-man roster makeup. They share their thoughts on the position group that has the least and most experience and the impact injuries have at wide receiver, safety, and linebacker. Finally, they choose which position group, when healthy, will help them the most. ESPN NFL analyst Mina Kimes joined the show to share her thoughts on the Bills roster makeup. Steve is quizzed on previous Bills 53-man roster iterations in The Numbers Game. They then pick how many players will account for each position following the roster cutdown and try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve take a look the approaching roster cut down and share their assessments of the Bills roster. In These Three Things, the guys discuss who can make a run at a 53-man roster spot, which players are in a tough spot in the more deeper position groups, and which players could land on the practice squad. The guys then discuss playing time decisions as the preseason continues and the spots they're not so worried about as the season approaches. Steve is quizzed on the Bills backup quarterback history in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve take a look at These Three Things to discuss who has the most to gain, most to lose, and which players can make their case for a roster spot this preseason. The guys then take a look at the team's biggest question marks ahead of the regular season. Steve is quizzed on the Bills pass rush protection in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve go over the top position battles at this year's training camp, and who has the best chance to win a roster spot based on their performance. The guys share their thoughts on who can move up the depth chart, the sleepers in this year's group, and the biggest differences they see in this year's makeup from years past. Steve is quizzed on Bills roster position counts in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers presented by FanDuel, Chris Brown and Steve Tasker breakdown the Bills 2024 schedule and to figure out the good, bad, and what doesn't matter with this year's slate. They take a look at where possible pitfalls might lay, the advantages with the schedule, and if there are any stretches where the team can have a string of victories. Steve is quizzed on Bills schedule history in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve take a look at the Bills two day one trades to eventually move out of the first round and the merit of doing so. They then transition to the day 3 trades and what Buffalo actually gained in doing those deals. Pro Football Focus lead draft analyst Trevor Sikkema joined the guys to break down Buffalo's 2024 draft class haul, the moves to acquire picks, and his favorite pick from this year's selections. Steve is tested on draft picks success rate for the Bills during the Beane-McDermott era in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers presented by FanDuel, Chris Brown and Steve Tasker discuss the odds that the Bills could trade up in the first round of the NFL Draft and predict who might be ideal trade partners. They discuss if it's wide receiver or bust for GM Brandon Beane and company and if not what are the other position considerations? Steve is quizzed on Bills draft trade history in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers presented by FanDuel, Chris Brown and Steve Tasker share their draft favorites for Buffalo's positions of need. They reveal their wild card selection aside from receiver and defensive line. In These Three Things they discuss which direction Brandon Beane may lean in round one, how he may adjust without a third round pick, and which position could be addressed earlier than expected. Steve is quizzed on Bills draft selection history in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve recap what the Bills have done so far to get cap compliant and the free agent moves added to the roster. They share their thoughts on the most important signings and subtractions. In These Three Things they discuss where Buffalo can go from here to add talent on both sides of the ball. Steve is quizzed on the Bills free agent history in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve take a look at just how much turnover the team might expect to see this offseason with its defensive backfield. They discuss the most likely veteran moves, the cap restraints the team has with such players, and who might return in 2024. They examine These Three Things to find out which player is most critical in returning, the starting cornerback duo next season, and who takes over at safety? Steve is quizzed on the Bills all-time secondary players in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers presented by FanDuel, Chris Brown and Steve Tasker take look at the current state of the Bills defensive line. They assess the pending free agents, who should return to the roster in 2024, and how much total turnover Buffalo might endure along the d-line. The guys then discuss where the value is on filling those possible roster holes through free agency or the draft. Steve is quizzed on Bills defensive line player acquisitions over the years in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve take a wide ranging look at the Bills receiving corps from this past season. The two discuss what changes we may see with that unit and how they could get better production with explosive plays. They shared their thoughts on player production from 2023, who could take a leap next season, and what skillsets could be added this offseason. Steve is quizzed on Bills passing efficiency from 2023 in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve take a deep dive into the biggest differences from the last time the Bills and Chiefs met in the playoffs. They discuss which team has advantages over the other. Former NFL GM and Westwood One analyst Mike Mayock joins the guys to share his thoughts on the Allen-Mahomes divisional round matchup. Steve is quizzed on Bills-Chiefs playoff history in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve take a look at just how dominant the Bills defense has been this season and where it stands heading into the playoffs. The two discuss if this is the best defense Sean McDermott has had under his reign, the personnel adjustments they've had to make, and where any possible issues may lay. Former Bills and Steelers LB Arthur Moats joins the guys to preview this weekend's wild card playoff matchup. Steve is quizzed on Bills-Steelers in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve break down the importance of Sunday's Week 18 matchup against the Dolphins in Miami. The two discuss the differences in each team from the Week 4 meeting, the impact of Miami's injury situation, and the level of concern with Buffalo's turnover margin in primetime games. Former NFL TE and current Dolphins radio analyst Joe Rose joined the guys to preview the Sunday night game. Steve is quizzed on Bills-Dolphins history The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair share this week's picks in FanDuel's Hi-Lo game.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve take a look at the middle linebacker spot so far this season with Terrel Bernard taking over that position. The guys then discussed how Ed Oliver has blossomed this season. Brownie and Tasker then take a stab at which player in 2024 will have a jump in their production similar to Bernard and Oliver's. Patriots play-by-play voice Bob Socci joins the two to preview this weekend's game in Orchard Park. Steve is quizzed on holiday Bills trivia in the Numbers Game. Finally, the pair share this week's picks in FanDuel's Hi-Lo game.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers presented by FanDuel, Chris Brown and Steve Tasker take a look at the last five Super Bowl winners and unveil any parallels to this year's Bills team. They analyze this weekend's matchup in Los Angeles against the Chargers and Steve is quizzed on Super Bowl history in The Numbers Game. Finally they share this week's picks in FanDuel's Hi-Lo.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers presented by FanDuel, Chris Brown and Steve Tasker take a look at the longest win streaks that helped push teams into the playoffs and examine what is the likelihood the Bills can make a similar run to reach the postseason? ESPN reporter Ed Werder helped preview the Bills Week 15 matchup against a Cowboys team on a five-game winning streak. Tasker is quizzed on winning streaks in The Numbers Game and the pair share this week's picks in FanDuel's Hi-Lo.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve take a deep dive into Buffalo's offensive line play this season and how that group has quietly been the best version in the McDermott era. Former NFL OL and current Bleav in Chiefs podcast host Joe Valerio joined the guys. He shared his thoughts on the Chiefs this season and how they matchup with the Bills this time around. Steve is quizzed on Bills-Chiefs history in the Numbers Game. Finally, the pair share this week's picks in FanDuel's Hi-Lo game.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve discuss the Bills' playoff chances coming out of the bye and if the team can string together a winning streak with 5 games remaining. The two take a look at the remaining schedule, discuss each matchup ahead, and look at the past history coming out of the bye under head coach Sean McDermott. Steve is quizzed on Bills wi

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve discuss James Cook's escalated play this season, if he has emerged as a top back in the NFL, and how his style of play fits into Joe Brady's system. The two share their thoughts on how the running back position will be used as the season progresses. Former NFL safety and current Philadelphia sports radio host Ike Reese joined the guys to talk about Sunday's Bills game against the 9-1 Eagles. Steve is quizzed on Bills running back history in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair share this week's picks in FanDuel's Hi-Lo game.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve discuss just how far the Bills have fallen in response to ESPN's latest Football Power Index. The two then share their thoughts on new offensive coordinator Joe Brady's history and how he can fix the offensive struggles with just seven games remaining. ESPN analytics expert Seth Walder joins the podcast to discuss the Bills' chances at a postseason berth. Steve is quizzed on past Bills playoff pushes in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair share this week's picks in FanDuel's Hi-Lo game.