The Rockpile Report is a Buffalo Bills podcast hosted by Buffalo Bills season ticket holder Drew Gier & produced by former radio production assistant Chris Krueger
This week we're joined in studio by Hashtag Sports human calculator Paul Wanecski!
We talk about new changes to the Bills front office, why fans shouldn't be disappointed by the departures & should instead share Drew's frustration over the lack of traction our position coaching hires are getting.
Then, we have an indepth conversation about the Buffalo Bills 2018-2019 Salary Cap situation - we break down best & worst return on investment, and how we think the team will/should attack the offseason once free agency gets underway!
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RockpileReport716@Gmail.com
www.WiseGuysBuffalo.com - The Official Pizzeria of the Rockpile Report Podcast!
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Rockpile Report Episode One Hundred Forty One
IT'S COACHING MUSICAL CHAIRS, BILLS FANS!
This week, we talk about Wild Card weekend & the start of what has become "coaching roulette".
We also discuss the difficulty Duke Williams (no, Chris, no THAT Duke) will face heading from the CFL to the NFL, and the questionnaire released by CAA Icon on behalf of the Buffalo Bills for ticket holders & fans alike.
Then, we go over why a true "AFC East Preview" is impossible with the coaching situation currently at hand - which changed drastically JUST AS WE WERE RECORDING - and outline what philosophies the Bills should use to fill their current vacancies!
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@JCaporoso - Turn On The Jets Twitter
www.TurnOnTheJets.com - Your place for all the hilarious Adam Gase reactions!
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Rockpile Report Episode One Hundred Forty
And there you have it - the 2018 Buffalo Bills season is over!
We have Ryan Lasal, host of the Roc Sports Network TV show "The Huddle" in studio with us as we recap the 2018 season.
We open with Drew's hatred of New Year's Eve, the staff changes already announced over at 1 Bills Drive & the retirement of a fan favorite, Kyle Williams.
Then, we recap Miami vs Buffalo in Week 17, including Josh Allen's record breaking day & a discussion on why NFL teams should take notice of what a bad idea fist fighting the Buffalo Bills is going forward.
We close with our 2018 Season Review - superlatives get handed out, insults get thrown and we take an indepth look at what this season means to our franchise.
@RyanLasal_RSN - Twitter
@RocSportsNetwork - Twitter
WiseGuysBuffalo.com - The Official Pizzeria of the Rockpile Report Podcast
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Rockpile Report Episode One Hundred Thirty Nine
Merry Christmas, Bills fans!
This week, we talk about our Xmas experiences, including Drew's brawl for household dominance & super polite in-laws.
We also recap the Bills trip to New England - confusion over Tom Brady's struggles, lamenting the treatment of Josh Allen & a discussion on the culpability of our coaching staff in another lopsided loss the Patriots.
Then, we discuss the fall of the 2018 Miami Dolphins with Locked On Dolphins host Travis Wingfield, as well as the outlook for the guys in teal & reasons to watch this meaningless husk of a game this coming Sunday.
Thanks for all the support this season, as we know it's been a trying one. Stick around, as 2019 might make for the most exciting & important offseason the Bills have seen in over a decade!
@wingfieldNFL - Twitter
@rockpilereport - Twitter
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Rockpile Report Episode One Hundred Thirty Eight
HAPPY FESTIVUS EVERYBODY!
This week, we make a lot of holiday references because we can - so sue us!
We talk about the generosity of Brits, Nathan Peterman & Pro Bowl snubs - why they don't matter and neither does the game.
Then, we recap our Sunday at New Era and our takeaways from a Bills win over the Lions. Josh Allen improving, interesting snap count observations & Chris's first crack at naming the Zero of the week!
We also host Patriots fan Christian Simonelli for our preview of #BUFvsNE - we talk about the pulse of the NE fanbase in these trying times, the struggles of the offense & what the D might try to do to stop us from putting them FIRMLY into the WC round.
Finally, we bring you all the 4th annual "Festivus Celebration: An Airing of Grievances" - we & you the listeners vent our frustrations over the 2018 season in an attempt to head into 2019 with a clean slate!
Thank you all so much for your support, and a happy holiday to you and your families!
@rockpilereport - Twitter
@chriswithatian - Twitter
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Rockpile Report Episode One Hundred Thirty Seven
This weeks starts off on something of a serious note as Drew learned this week that, in the words of Cat Stevens - "It's a wild world".
We discuss trusting strangers, Drew's trip to Narnia in the middle of a football game (he can drink a small family under the table - booze doesn't do THAT to people), and break down the addition of 2 solid defensive players to the IR.
Then we recap NYJvBUF, making note of Josh Allen's growth & the ST gaffes that might have cost us dearly, fans we met who have it worse than us & close with a preview of Week 15 with Detroit Lions fan & Cover1.Net podcaster Russ Brown!
@RussNFLDraft - Twitter
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RockpileReport716@Gmail.com
Let us hear your Festivus Greivances with the 2018 Buffalo Bills - you could win FREE PIZZA from Wise Guys!
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Rockpile Report Episode One Hundred Thirty Six
It's a no-prepwork podcast, folks!
This week, we lead off with Chris's random encounter with a fellow season ticket holder, new developments on the Bills stadium discussion & injury news for our offensive line.
Then we recap BUFvsMIA, breaking down the terrible return on investment we're getting from our most expensive offensive players, the terrible officiating and Drew eats crow on Josh Allen.
Then we list some folks who have it worse than we do today, and talk about what we're looking for when Sam Darnold & the New York Jets come to town this Sunday!
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www.Wiseguysbuffalo.com - The Official Pizzeria of the Rockpile Report Podcast
Be sure to check out their "Toys for Tots" drive, and earn Free Pizza
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Rockpile Report Episode One Hundred Thirty Five
WHO'S TRASH NOW?!
This week, we open the show discussing the holidays, and shamelessly plug a charity we strongly support.Then, we talk about some dramatic Bills news & Drew's rough game day experience.
In our recap of #JAXvsBUF, we focus on Allen's play & progression, the defensive performance and the spark that absolutely turned the tide in favor of the home team.
We close with a preview of #BUFvsMIA with Locked On Dolphins Travis Wingfield - newly credentialed for an NFL game! We discuss the cracks in HC Adam Gase's foundation, as well as what we can expect out of their offense & defense come Sunday!@WingfieldNFL - Twitter
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Richie Delotto Go Fund Me - https://www.gofundme.com/eva-bean-supergirl
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Rockpile Report Episode One Hundred Thirty Three
This weeks podcast was like a breath of fresh air for us to record, hopefully it's as fun for you to listen to!
We open with a conversation about the recent departures of WR Terrelle Pryor & divisive QB Nathan Peterman, who we bid the shows most elegant farewell ever.
Then we recap our takeaways from our Week 10 victory over the New York Jets, outlining how the contributions from a bunch of really young guys & a bunch of really old guys made all the difference.
As always, we provide our listeners with a list of people who have it worse than us (spoiler alert - our entire division!) this week, and then we close the show by hitting a national authority on the subject with the age old question: Is a hot dog a sandwich or not?!
@MeatVP - Eric Mittenthal ; President of the Hot Dog & Sausage Council
@BillsandBeers - Lars & company's Twitter
https://www.hot-dog.org/ - Hot Dog Etiquette, Tailgate Guides & more!
https://26shirts.com/collections/charge - Del Reid's latest Philanthropic Venture - look for their flag at all of our tailgates!
Billsandbeers.podbean.com - Bills & Beers Podcast
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Rockpile Report Episode One Hundred Thirty Two
Pick Sixes, fights & arson - this weeks podcast has it all!
We talk about Bills news including Ezra "PanchoBilla" Castro & the late, great Phillip Gaines in this weeks News Update & then recap Week 9, giving context to our poor rushing attack while underlining the effort our D is still giving week in & week out.
Then, we talk about people who have it worse than Bills fans (including someone who pitched a loaf in the stadium) and host "Turn On the Jets Film Room" analyst Joe Blewett to discuss this weeks matchup vs the New York Jets!
@RockpileReport - Twitter
@PanchoBilla1 - Twitter
@JoeRB31 - Twitter
@TOJFilmRoom - Twitter
https://www.youtube.com/user/TurnOnTheJetsTV
www.WiseGuysBuffalo.com - The Official Pizzeria of the Rockpile Report Podcast
https://www.gofundme.com/pancho-power
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Rockpile Report Episode One Hundred Thirty One
Happy Halloween, Bills fans!
This week, we discuss Drew's recent experience with the "Vontae Davis Wing Challenge", and what we saw from the Bills (or didn't see) at the trade deadline.
We also recap our experience at Monday Night Football, talk about folks who are probably more depressed than Bills fans this week & where we stand at the 2nd quarter pole of the NFL season.
Finally, we talk about our upcoming matchup with the Chicago Bears while hosting Will DeWitt from DaBearsBros.com - stick with us & the team, Bills fans because while things haven't gone as planned the team has an undecided future and still needs us to show up on gameday loud & proud!
@rockpilereport - Twitter
@DaBearsBros - Twitter
Our appearance on Da Bears Bros
https://dabearsbros.com/podcast/da-bears-brothers/meet-buffalo-bills/
Our appearance on Bears Barroom
https://bearsbarroom.podbean.com/e/buffone-55-previewing-the-bears-at-buffalo-bills/
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Rockpile Report Episode One Hundred Thirty
Chris thinks this podcast is one of our Top 10 of all time - you be the judge!
This week, we touch on UB Football & shamelessly plug this weeks live event, as well as talk about Chad Kelly & the trade deadline.
Then, we talk about the finer points of our loss in Indy, providing context to the whipping we took, and point out people who might feel worse this week than we do.
We close with a discussion on MNF with our resident Patriots fan Christian Simonelli. Make sure you're out there being loud and proud, and make sure that idiot Booger McFarland can hear you!
@ChrisWITHaTIAN - Twitter
@Trainwrecksprts -Twitter
www.TrainwreckSports.com
@RockpileReport - Check our Twitter handle for Chris's epic headshot!!!!
RockpileReport716@Gmail.com
www.ChargeBflo.com - Del Reid's latest philanthropic venture, their flag will be flying at our tailgate, so keep an eye out for it and don't be a stranger!
www.WiseGuysBuffalo.com - The Official Pizzeria of the Rockpile Report Podcast
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Rockpile Report Episode One Hundred Twenty Nine
Folks...I need you to hear me out here.
This week Drew kicks the podcast off on his soapbox, as he talks about the state of the Bills fanbase & how we move forward. If you're looking for a Peterman rant, you might have to look elsewhere this week.
Then, we recap our Week 6 loss to the Houston Texans, talking about the positives we can take away from each side of the ball. Then we air a new segment which should help Bils fans feel better about this weeks result.
We close with a preview of what the Colts bring to the table, and what we'll be looking for if the Bills want to keep this game competitive.
It's not an easy road to walk...but like Shawshank Redemption, maybe you're all willing to go just a little bit farther with us? LETS GO BUFFALO!
@rockpilereport - Twitter
http://billsmafia.com/2018/10/15/life-doesnt-go-according-script-bills-fans/ - Robyn's Article
https://bangedupbills.com/2018/10/16/week-6-bills-injury-review-texans-and-allens-elbow/
@kyletrimble88 - Twitter
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Rockpile Report Episode One Hundred Twenty Eight
Folks, strap in because his weeks show gives WAY more than last weeks!
In our latest show, we discuss why trading McCoy is nonsense & pick through the signing of former Browns QB Derek Anderson.
We go on to recap our Week 5 action vs. the Titans, including an indepth look at the performance of our front 7 that won us the game, and a look around the AFC East.
We close with our Week 6 Preview for BUFvsHOU - there's a ton of analysis you won't get on the radio, you'd best check it out before kickoff!
@RockpileReport - Twitter
RockpileReport716@gmail.com - E-Mail
@BrettKollmann - Twiter
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYzfVBuCfGz-oF3aOCGgO5g - Kollmann's YT Channel!
www.WiseGuysBuffalo.com - Official Pizzeria of the Rockpile Report Podcast
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Rockpile Report Episode One Hundred Twenty Seven
**** NOTE: We apologize to our dedicated listeners, as this podcast is not our finest work. Technical difficulties forced a complete re-recording of the 1hr & 45 min show - we apologize in advance, and like the Bills themselves look forward to a more successful effort next week! ****
We've reached the 1/4 mark of the NFL Season folks - what a ride!
This week, we talk about Bills fans who are mad about not drafting Mahomes, and recap this weekends matchup against Green Bay. There are some silver linings to the shut out, if you want to look for it.
Then, we talk about what we've learned about NFL & the Buffalo Bills through 4 weeks, and touch on what we'll be looking for this weekend against Tennessee - victory, much less production, isn't a given but I'll be damned if I sit at home and just grouse about it. Be loud & proud out there guys! LET'S GO!
@rockpilereport on Twitter
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Rockpile Report Episode One Hundred Twenty Six
To quote Gladiator: "ARE YOU NOT ENTERTAINED?!"
What a time to be alive for Bills fans, eh? This week, we talk about Milano's award, Newhouse's trade & recap the Week 3 action against the Vikings. We break down what we liked about the Defense, about the offense, and discuss Josh Allen - both the good & the bad, even if some superfans don't want to hear it.
Then, we break down this weeks action in the AFC East including the Patriots & Jets embarassing losses. Don't stop us now, we're still basking in the glory of them, final standings be damned.
We close with takes on our upcoming matchup against the Green Bay Packers - the stage is set for another Bills upset victory if they want to reach out & grab it!
https://www.patspulpit.com/2018/8/17/17715266/why-cant-the-the-patriots-draft-picks-just-stay-healthy
Check this out, it'll make you feel better about our recent drafts!
@RockpileReport - Twitter
RockpileReport716@gmail.com
WiseGuysBuffalo.com - The Official Pizzeria of the Rockpile Report Podcast
ChargeBFLO.com - Del Reid's latest philanthropic venture, supporting the Buffalo City Misson
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Rockpile Report Episode One Hundred Twenty Five
This team isn't for the faint of heart, so feel free to jump off the bandwagon at anytime.
This week, we talk about all the people we got to meet this week, including those who are getting Drew head-first into rugby. You have no idea what you've done.
Then we talk about Vontae Davis & why it doesn't bother Drew compared to a longstanding history of Bills quitters. We also recap Sunday's matchup vs the Chargers, and finally figure out what OC's are doing to completley foil our defense.
We close with what we're looking for improvement on in this Sundays game vs Minnesota - every game this season is going to present a new opportunity for this team to take steps towards their goal of building a consistent contender. We'll get to see what this staff and these players are made up, I'll tell ya that.
@RockpileReport - Twitter
RockpileReport716@gmail.com - E-mail
www.WiseGuysBuffalo.com - The Official Pizzeria of the Rockpile Report Podcast
@ChargeBFLO - The Official chariy of the Rockpile Report Podcast, the flag will fly at each of our tailgates
@PanchoBilla1 - Twitter
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Rockpile Report Episode One Hundred Twenty Four
This week we address a lot, including the fact that Drew wasn't the most riled up person about the Bills loss on Sunday.
We recap the game (skip it if you're not in the mood for a realistic take on our performance) including our opinions on the OL, Defense & game planning.
Then we host "The Lighting Round" podcast host & SB Nation writer Garrett Sisti to talk about our week 2 matchup against the LA Chargers and pinpoint where the Bills might have a shot at this thing.
Folks, opening Sunday is a little like Xmas for me in the sense that I'm at the stadium before dawn, I'll be surrounded by people I care about & it gives me a chance to reflect on just how lucky I am to have the life I do. Feel free to join me, just look for the CHARGEBFLO flag in the Mud Lot off 20A, right next to Lot 1.
Be loud & proud out there on Sunday! LET'S GO BUFFALO!
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@garrettsisti on twitter
@lightning_round on twitter (Lightning Round Podcast)
@scoremorepod on twitter (Score More Podcast)
@bftb_chargers on twitter (Bolts From The Blue SB Nation)
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Rockpile Report Episode One Hundred Twenty Three
It's like Christmas & the 4th of July combined - THE NFL SEASON IS HERE!
This week, we talk about the McCarron trade, national criticism of Peterman & his response. Then, we break down the 53 man roster into what position groups we liked, and what made us scratch our heads.
Finally, we host Ken McKusick who analyzies flim for The Russell Street Report, to help us preview our week 1 matchup against the Ravens - we were blown away by his ability to help us dive into a review of his teams strengths & weaknesses, we're positive you will be too!
No one thinks we can pull this off....so it would be really Billsy of them to do it. LETS GO BUFFALO!
@FilmStudyRavens - Ken's Twitter
Check out my appearance on their show from this past Sunday here!
https://russellstreetreport.com/2018/09/03/filmstudy/filmstudy-podcasts/previewing-bills-ravens-in-week-1/
www.RussellStreetReport.com
@RockpileReport - Twitter
RockpileReport716@Gmail.com
WiseGuysBuffalo.com - The Official Pizzeria of the Rockpile Report Podcast
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Rockpile Report Episode One Hundred Twenty Two
Weeeeeeeelllllllll shit.
This week, we talk about how fantasy football spared us from the brunt of Bills related frustration.
We recap #BUFvsCIN and talk about the highs, lows & general frustrations we hold in regards to whatever you call that excuse for a football game.
Then, we host Jon Ramsay (you all know him as "YardsPerPass" on Twitter & WGR) writer for The Athletic, to talk through the QB position with us and try to talk Drew off the ledge in terms of who will start Week 1.
Finally, we discuss what Thursday means in terms of people fighting for roster spots, some guys we think will make the lineup with a strong performance & a few surprise cuts!
@YardsPerPass - Twitter
@RockpileReport - Twitter
RockpileReport716@gmail.com
www.WiseGuysBuffalo.com - Official Pizzeria of the Rockpile Report Podcast
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Rockpile Report Episode One Hundred Twenty One
We love & appreaciate each & every one of you.
ALLEN-MANIA is upon us, Bills fans! Rejoyce (or lament?)
This week we recap the action of #BUFvsCLE in a battle at the Mistake on The Lake. We talk about the OL, the front 7, and why Allen was the most impressive QB of the night. We also discuss the other rookie QB's, their development to this point, and what that means in terms of the class.
We close the show with a review of what we're looking for in the Bills preseason finale for the starters (we hope?).
God help us all.
ChargeBFLO.com - Del Reid's latest philanthropic venture, this time supporting the Buffalo City Mission! Check it out, their flag will be flying at all of our 2018 tailgate parties!
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RockpileReport716@gmail.com
Wiseguysbuffalo.com - The Official Pizzeria of the Rockpile Report Podcast
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Rockpile Report Episode One Hundred Twenty
Drew hasn't been this sober since the 8th grade!
This week, we host local philanthropist Del Reid to discuss his recent endeavors & annouce a few of our own. We go on to discuss all of the recent hubbub about Jalen Ramsey and his proclivity to gush in fashion magazines.
We also break down this past weeks Bills vs Panthers game in terms of what we saw, and what it means to the Blls fortunes.
Then, we talk about sports writers who say inflammatory things, and wax poetic on the Browns, the fact that Drew despises them, and what we're looking for Friday night when some guy named TuhRod Taylor starts at QB for them.
@ChargeBflo - Twitter
@26Shirts - Twitter
ChargeBFLO.com - Official site of Chage Buffalo. We've Risen from Rust - try and stop us.
WiseGuysBuffalo.com - The Official Pizzeria of the Rockpile Report Podcast
@G_Ray34 - Twitter - He's donating $10 per sack by Harrison Phillips to PanchoBilla - not only do we follow hin, but we're on board. You shoudl be too!
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Rockpile Report Episode One Hundred Nineteen
IT'S FINALLY HERE! I CAN'T BELIEVE WE SURVIVED!
The football drought is finally over & live action games are about to kickoff!
This week we have Mario Granta of HashTag Sports in studio while we discuss the trade for Coleman, and why Drew has an absloute hard on for Beane at this point.
Then we give our guide to what we'll be watching for in the upcoming preseason games, and host Locked on Dolphins podcaster and network EIC Travis Wingfield to wrap our AFCEast Roundup: Training Camp Edition! We talk about everything that's wrong with our opponents to the deep South, and identify what their hopes are for the coming season!
@WingfieldNFL - Traivs Wingfield ; Locked on Dolphins
@HtagSports - Mario Granata ; Sunday Drive - https://www.youtube.com/user/HashtagSportsRadio@RockpileReport - Twitter
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Wiseguysbuffalo.com - The Official Pizzeria of the Rockpile Report
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Rockpile Report Episode One Hundred Eighteen
I (Drew) had goosebumps recording this show!
We kick it off with a discussion on why the national media will always be the Toby Flenderson to my Michael Scott, and why football fans everywhere should GOOOOSFRABAHHHHHH.In what might be one of the most personally rewarding interviews we've done, we host Pancho Billa himself Ezra Castro! We talk about his draft experience, his life & his recent experience at Buffalo Bills training camp!
Then we keep with the theme and give our higlights & lowlights of the first week of Bills Training Camp, and outline the things we'll be watching heading into our warm up week for the preaseson!
@PanchoBilla1 - Twitter
@RockpileReport - Twitter
www.WiseGuysBuffalo.com - The Official Pizzeria of the Rockpile Report Podcast
RockpileReport716@Gmail.com - Get your entries in for our fantasy football, it's filing up fast!
www.ChargeBFLO.com - Del Reid's latest venture to assist the city of Buffalo, this time benefitting the Buffalo City Mission! You'll see their flag flying at all of our 2018 tailgates!
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Rockpile Report Episode One Hundred Seventeen
BIGGEST PODCAST IN 3 MONTHS!
It's a smorgasboard of Bills talk! We start with a whole group of announcements, including a discussion about Jim Kelly, and it takes off from there. Toasts, laughs & Fantasy Football are just the tip of the iceburg!
This week we give our #BillsCamp preview, outlining what Drew thinks are the Good, the Bad & the Ugly position groups on the roster, as well as the players we'll be watching closely.
Then, we host Patriots radio show "PFW in Progress" caller/listener/occasional host Christian Simonelli for Part 2 of our AFC East Roundup: Training Camp Edition. If you dislike the Pats as much as we do, you're going to want to hear this!
@ChrisWithATian - Simonelli Twitter
@RockpileReport - Twitter
RockpileReport716@Gmail.com - Be sure to e-mail us so that we can help pay it forward here in the Buffalo area!
www.ChargeBflo.com _ Del Reid's Latest Concept, Proceeds Benefitting the Buffalo City Mission! If you love this city the way we do, make sure you go check it out.
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