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Joe Marino brings the most comprehensive analysis and commentary on the Buffalo Bills with the Locked On Bills podcast. From film breakdowns, to analytics, to the hot stories surrounding the Bills, Joe (@TheJoeMarino) is the go-to source for all things Bills football. Daily, we explore the entire NFL calendar from free agency, to the draft, through training camp, and preview/review each game on Buffalo's NFL schedule. Listen to Locked On Bills, part of the Locked On Podcast Network, to be the most educated Bills fan you can be. #BillsMafia #GoBills #NFL #Bills @TheJoeMarino @LockedOnBills

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Expectations for Dalton Kincaid and the Buffalo...
Now that Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane has assembled the 2023 NFL Draft class, it's time consider what the expectations are for each of the newest additions to the roster. On today's episode, Joe Marino breaks down what he expects from each player during their rookie season and how they should be contributing in Year Two and beyond. How should Dalton Kincaid, O'Cyrus Torrence, Dorian Williams, Justin Shorter, Nick Broeker and Alex Austin be impacting the Buffalo Bills. We have thoughts!
25 min
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Buffalo Bills land Justin Shorter, Nick Broeker...
On Day 3 of the 2023 NFL Draft, Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane drafted Florida WR Justin Shorter, Ole Miss OL Nick Broeker, Oregon State CB Alex Austin and made three trades. On today's episode, Joe Marino breaks down what these picks bring to the table, how they fit and what their path to making an impact is.
30 min
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Buffalo Bills add Florida G O'Cyrus Torrence & ...
Buffalo Bills general manager added protection for Josh Allen in the form of Florida G O'Cyrus Torrence and help for the defense in Tulane LB Dorian Williams on Day Two of the 2023 NFL Draft. What do these players bring to the table and how do they fit? On today's episode, Joe Marino breaks it down!
27 min
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Buffalo Bills give Josh Allen a new weapon in D...
The Buffalo Bills made Utah tight end Dalton Kincaid their first-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, providing Josh Allen with a new weapon to pair with Dawson Knox, Stefon Diggs and Gabriel Davis. On today's episode, Joe Marino breaks down the selection from every angle including a scouting report, best parts of the pick, most notable concerns with the selection, the impact on the roster and what general manager Brandon Beane should be thinking about on Day Two.
30 min
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Final Thoughts: How the Buffalo Bills should ad...
In our final discussion before general manager Brandon Beane navigates the Buffalo Bills through the 2023 NFL Draft, Joe Marino focuses on the best way to address the remaining needs at wide receiver, tight end, defensive end and defensive tackle in addition to a host of other remaining final thoughts before Thursday Night. Marino also discusses the idea of trading for DeAndre Hopkins and trading away Ed Oliver.
30 min
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Could the Buffalo Bills make a big splash in th...
The 2023 NFL Draft is just a few short days away and with that, the rumor mill is brimming with possibilities including a recent report that the Buffalo Bills could make a big splash on draft day. On today's episode, Joe Marino shares some thoughts on that idea in addition to a host of Herd Mentality items. Topics include Jack Campbell, Terrel Bernard, prospects we are higher/lower on, outlier and more!
27 min
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Stacking Buffalo Bills 2023 NFL Draft Board & i...
After a year of studying the prospects for the 2023 NFL Draft, it's time to stack the players in order of how the Buffalo Bills should pick them. On today's episode, Joe Marino reveals his horizontal draft board for the Buffalo Bills and takes consumers on a journey through the project with an emphasis on identifying the talent cliffs that should influence Brandon Beane's decision making.
28 min
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Examining the Buffalo Bills 2023 NFL Draft Pre-...
Every team gets the opportunity to bring 30 prospects into their building in advance of the NFL Draft for a visit. On today's episode, Joe Marino breaks down the players that the Buffalo Bills brought to One Bills Drive for a pre-draft visit after breaking down the Buffalo Bills situation at safety and the prospects that could provide answers to needs.
28 min
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Tyler Bass gets massive extension, could Buffal...
The Buffalo Bills gave kicker Tyler Bass a massive contract extension that ties him to the team through 2027. On today's episode, Joe Marino breaks down the new contract and explores the idea that the buffalo Bills could trade completely out of the first round in the 2023 NFL Draft. As part of the discussion, Marino shares the recent history of teams in the back 25 percent of the first round moving back and identifies the most logical trade partners.
24 min
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Should Buffalo Bills consider RB Bijan Robinson...
Every year the Buffalo Bills are linked to top running back prospects in the NFL Draft and this year is no different with Texas RB Bijan Robinson. Should the Bills consider drafting him? On today's episode, Joe Marino breaks down that possibility in addition to previewing the running backs and interior offensive linemen in the Draft from the Buffalo Bills perspective.
29 min
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BONUS EPISODE: 2023 NFL Mock Draft picks 28-31:...
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How Buffalo Bills can address Defensive End nee...
When examining the Buffalo Bills current situation at defensive end - despite the investments - there are short- and long-term concerns that need to be address and the 2023 NFL Draft provides many options for general manager Brandon Beane to consider. On today's episode, Joe Marino reflects on the needs and offers his Bills-specific rankings for edge rushers in the 2023 NFL Draft.
31 min
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How does AJ Klein's return impact Buffalo Bills...
The Buffalo Bills agreed to a contract extension with a familiar face in linebacker AJ Klein who is now added to the mix of potential replacements for Tremaine Edmunds at middle linebacker. Does his return change anything in terms of how the Buffalo Bills will address the position in the 2023 NFL Draft? On today's episode, Joe Marino dives into the dynamics of the situation before tackling a host of Herd Mentality items.
27 min
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Does it make sense for Buffalo Bills to target ...
The Buffalo Bills could look to the 2023 NFL Draft for an upgrade to the tight end position to provide a complement to Dawson Knox and evolve the offense. But does it make sense? If so, who should they target? On today's episode, Joe Marino takes a thorough look at the current situation at tight end and how things could evolve with another option added to the mix.
32 min
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How the Buffalo Bills should find Josh Allen's ...
The 2023 NFL Draft is fast approaching and it's a critical opportunity for general manager Brandon Beane to find more talent at wide receiver for quarterback Josh Allen. On today's episode, Joe Marino evaluates the current situation for the Buffalo Bills at wide receiver and offers his rankings for the 2023 NFL Draft. Who should the Bills target and when?
32 min
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Should the Buffalo Bills consider trading up or...
The Buffalo Bills hold the No. 27 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft which could present a logical opportunity to move out of that spot. But should it be a trade up or down the order? Should they stick and pick? On today's episode, Joe Marino dives into those options in addition to a host of Herd Mentality items which include prospects, draft intentions, safety depth and more!
28 min
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Who was the Buffalo Best best all-time NFL Draf...
The 2023 NFL Draft is fast approaching for Buffalo Bills general manager and a critical opportunity for him to add talent around Josh Allen, Stefon Diggs and Von Miller. With that said, it's also a fun opportunity to reflect and the historical drafting success of the franchise. On today's episode, Joe Marino offers his pick for best all-time selection in every round in addition to three runners up. Enjoy this stroll down memory lane as we reflect and the best draft picks in franchise history.
23 min
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Is Gabriel Davis the right WR2 for Josh Allen a...
With Buffalo Bills wide receiver Gabriel Davis entering a contract year, it's important to consider what he's proven and what his skill set is to determine if the team should move forward with him as Josh Allen's WR2 opposite of Stefon Diggs. On today's episode, Joe Marino considers all of the dynamics of Gabriel Davis including what he's proven to this point, what the film says and what a contract extension could look like.
27 min
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Buffalo Bills 2023 NFL Draft defensive tackle p...
With the 2023 NFL Draft fast approaching, it's time to assess the Buffalo Bills need at defensive tackle and determine which early round options make sense. On today's episode, Joe Marino offers his defensive tackle rankings for the Buffalo Bills in the 2023 NFL Draft after analyzing the return of Shaq Lawson. Where do we rank the likes of Bryan Bresee, Mazi Smith, Keanu Benton and Calijah Kancey? Today's podcast covers them all and more!
33 min
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Buffalo Bills 2023 NFL Draft success cannot be ...
With the 2023 NFL Draft fast approaching, Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane's success cannot be tied to a single outcome. On today's episode, Joe Marino explains what that means in addition to a host of Herd Mentality items which also include evaluating prospects, wby Stefon Diggs fell to the 5th round, player development, Ed Oliver trade ideas, ideas for offensive tackle, Ken Dorsey's lack of creativity, three safety sets and more!
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Dynamics of Buffalo Bills DT Ed Oliver entering...
Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver is entering his contract year which has made him the center of key conversations this offseason. Should the Bills trade him? What does a contract extension look like? What has he proven to this point? What does his skill set offer and how will it age? On today's episode, Joe Marino breaks down all of the dynamics surrounding the Buffalo Bills former top-10 NFL Draft pick.
33 min
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Exploring the Buffalo Bills options at offensiv...
The Buffalo Bills should have the opportunity to select an offensive tackle in the 2023 NFL Draft with an early round pick if they so choose. On today's episode, Joe Marino offers his Buffalo Bills-specific offensive tackle rankings after examining the current situation on the roster with Dion Dawkins, Spencer Brown, David Quessenberry and Tommy Doyle. Does Darnell Wright, Matthew Bergeron, Dawand Jones or Anton Harrison make sense? Will Paris Johnson or Broderick Jones be available?
29 min
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Should Buffalo Bills look to replace Spencer Br...
With what the Buffalo Bills have invested in quarterback Josh Allen, the offensive line will always be critical. A promising, yet inconsistent member of the starting unit is Spencer Brown at right tackle who needs to take a notable step forward in his third season. With that said, should the Buffalo Bills bank on development from Brown or is it time to consider a replacement? On today's episode, Joe Marino examines Brown's background and game tape before diving into the course forward.
25 min
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Why not Matt Milano at MLB for Buffalo Bills? W...
As the Buffalo Bills get closer to the NFL Draft without adding any new player to the linebacker corps while losing Tremaine Edmunds, it has provoked many thoughts and questions from fans. On today's Herd Mentality, Joe Marino dives into those items in addition to a host of other topics including wide receiver scouting, paying tight ends, Nolan Smith's projection to the Buffalo Bills defense and if Bijan Robinson should be in consideration.
30 min
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Buffalo Bills 2023 NFL Mock Draft Round Up: Doe...
The 2023 NFL Draft is just a few short weeks away and it's an important opportunity for Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane to find talent to improve the roster and find additional impact. On today's episode, Joe Marino reacts to the latest mock draft selections for the Buffalo Bills from prominent NFL Draft analysts. What if the Bills drafted Jordan Addison, Quentin Johnston, Jalin Hyatt or Zay Flowers at wide receiver? Would a different offensive player like Darnell Wright, Dawand Jones, Joe Tippman, O'Cyrus Torrence, Dalton Kincaid or Jahmyr Gibbs make sense? Should the Bills get help on defense in the form of Jack Campbell, Drew Sanders, Mazi Smith or Cam Smith?
33 min