Best Matthew Fairburn Podcasts (2025)

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Josh Allen goes bonkers in Bills win for the ages 50:15

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20h ago50:15

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The Bills faced a 15-point deficit in the fourth quarter not once, but twice, and somehow rallied for a 41-40 comeback win during an instant classic against the rival Ravens. The Athletic's Joe Buscaglia takes a deep dive into the full game, highlighting the unique, the good and the bad as the Bills begin the 2025 season 1-0. Host: Joe Buscaglia Pr…

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The Week 1 Bills-Ravens showdown 44:39

4d ago44:39

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At long last, the start of the regular season has arrived, and the Bills will kick things off on Sunday night against the extremely talented Ravens. The Athletic's Joe Buscaglia takes all of your Bills questions in a live room episode to get you ready for Week 1. Host: Joe Buscaglia Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo…

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Bills bubble breakdown 45:26

21d ago45:26

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The NFL preseason is winding down, which means cutdown day is just around the corner. The Bills have several difficult decisions to make all while trying to get cap compliant for 2025, which could lead to a surprise or two. The Athletic's Joe Buscaglia goes over all of the up-in-the-air decisions the Bills may have, and how it could play out on Aug…

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The complex case of James Cook 42:52

1M ago42:52

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The Bills are through their first preseason game, but the biggest topic of conversation that has persisted over the last week has been about RB James Cook's hold-in. The Athletic's Joe Buscaglia presents the entire case, timeline, why it's such a delicate situation from both sides and where things stand at this point in time. Plus, Joe provides som…

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Sabres again have cap space, but is it a big deal? 1:10:48

1M ago1:10:48

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Send us a textBy Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn

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Early Bills camp impressions 47:10

2M ago47:10

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The Bills have gone through their first five days of training camp, and The Athletic's Joe Buscaglia has been there for every second of it. Joe breaks down what has stood out at every position through almost the first week of camp. Host: Joe Buscaglia Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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2025 Bills pre-camp Q&A 54:49

2M ago54:49

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The Bills officially begin their training camp practices on Wednesday morning, and The Athletic's Joe Buscaglia takes all your questions as the team begins preparations for the 2025 season! Host: Joe Buscaglia Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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A new Byram deadline? 1:31:19

2M ago1:31:19

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Send us a textBy Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn

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What is the plan? 1:42:51

2M ago1:42:51

1:42:51

Send us a textBy Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn

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Peterka plot thickens as NHL Draft approaches 1:38:04

3M ago1:38:04

1:38:04

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Most intriguing Bills to track at training camp 1:02:14

3M ago1:02:14

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The spring workouts are done and the Bills are a little over one month away from the beginning of training camp in late July. The Athletic's Joe Buscaglia puts a wrap on the spring practices and brings you a position by position look at his most intriguing players to monitor when camp arrives. Host: Joe Buscaglia Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acas…

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Target talk as the Sabres stay in the rumor mill 1:03:28

3M ago1:03:28

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Jarmo hops on the hamster wheel 1:49:54

3M ago1:49:54

1:49:54

Send us a textBy Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn

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Kevyn has company 1:27:30

4M ago1:27:30

1:27:30

Send us a textBy Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn

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The autopsy, the cap, and Tuch's next deal 1:41:35

4M ago1:41:35

1:41:35

Send us a textBy Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn

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S3, E12: Mike Augello, The Hockey News 35:18

4M ago35:18

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Kevin & Kevin put a bow on the 2024-25 Buffalo Sabres and look ahead to what could be an eventful offseason. Mike Augello of The Hockey News stops by to join the conversation, as they discuss what players could be on the move and whether there's a potential for some front office shakeups.By Kevin Sylvester & Kevin Snow

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"Hope is a sh*tty strategy" 1:36:49

5M ago1:36:49

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Send us a textBy Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn

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Who fits the Bills at CB? A deep dive with Carl Jones 55:49

5M ago55:49

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With how their roster is setup, the Bills appear quite likely to select a cornerback with one of their first three picks in the 2025 NFL Draft. To break them all down, The Athletic's Joe Buscaglia welcomes in WIVB sports reporter Carl Jones to discuss the cornerback position at length, and how the top prospects this year would each fit into the Bil…

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Bills draft Q&A 55:25

5M ago55:25

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The 2025 NFL Draft is only 10 days away, and with it, the intrigue about the Bills top selections is building. The Athletic's Joe Buscaglia takes all of your Bills questions about roster theory, needs, specific player fits and everything else in a live room episode! Host: Joe Buscaglia Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…

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On UPL and the Sabres' Identity Crisis 1:31:12

5M ago1:31:12

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Send us a textBy Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn

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Is this top line for real? 1:26:45

5M ago1:26:45

1:26:45

Send us a textBy Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn

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Big summer needed in Buffalo 1:07:40

5M ago1:07:40

1:07:40

Send us a textBy Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn

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S3, E11: Matthew Fairburn, The Athletic 38:15

6M ago38:15

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The day after watching the Buffalo Sabres score on their own net, we are joined by Matthew Fairburn of The Athletic to talk about how this team can't seem to get out of their own way this season. We also discuss Terry Pegula's failing grade in The Athletic's ownership poll, and wonder why Gary Bettman refuses to tweak the NHL's playoff format.…

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Sabres (finally) fighting to the finish 1:30:14

6M ago1:30:14

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Cozens exits as roster reshape begins 1:28:46

6M ago1:28:46

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Send us a textBy Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn

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Sabres selling. Are you buying? 1:28:16

6M ago1:28:16

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Send us a text 0:00 – 4:04 Promo, The Athletic Sabres fan survey outreach 4:05 – 31:09 Loss to the Habs, Navigating Jordan Greenway/Jason Zucker/Henri Jokijarju situations at the deadline (and beyond?) 31:10 – 42:34 The Athletic Anonymous Agent and Player polls 42:35 – 50:06 Changing the franchise perception 50:07 – 1:09:45 Buffalo Sabres season ti…

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S3, E10: Welcome to Tryout Season 38:10

6M ago38:10

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Youth hockey tryouts are almost upon us, and the boys are joined by Chris Ostrander (@2ITB_Buffalo) to discuss one of the most stressful parts of being a hockey parent.By Kevin Sylvester & Kevin Snow

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Is a big Bills move loading this offseason? 44:55

7M ago44:55

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The 2025 NFL Combine is in full swing, and we've heard from both head coach Sean McDermott and general manager Brandon Beane at length about the state of their roster. The Athletic's Joe Buscaglia reads between the lines as to what this upcoming offseason could look like, and looks at the big question: is a big Bills move on the way? Host: Joe Busc…

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Adams on the clock 1:11:49

7M ago1:11:49

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Send us a textBy Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn

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Bills offseason Q&A 45:24

7M ago45:24

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The 2025 NFL Combine is just around the corner, and it's time to take a hard look at the Bills offseason. The Athletic's Joe Buscaglia takes all of your Bills questions in a special live room episode about what's possible, what isn't and what the Bills could target. Host: Joe Buscaglia Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…

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Back to Work 1:37:47

7M ago1:37:47

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Send us a textBy Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn

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Haves and Have Nots? 44:08

7M ago44:08

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Pouncing on Pettersson 1:02:01

8M ago1:02:01

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Send us a textBy Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn

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Will 2024 be the one that got away? 55:55

8M ago55:55

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The Bills season is over after a 32-29 loss to the Chiefs in the AFC Championship Game, with plenty of blame to go around. The Athletic's Joe Buscaglia takes a look at the big picture of this season and what made it so unique, along with a detailed look at some of the things that shaped the eventual outcome of Sunday's game. Host: Joe Buscaglia Pro…

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Bills-Chiefs IV 46:03

8M ago46:03

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The Bills are only one win away from the Super Bowl, and standing in their way is the very team that has dashed their playoff hopes in three of the last four years. The Chiefs, because, well, of course it's the Chiefs. The Athletic's Joe Buscaglia takes all your Bills questions in this week's live room episode! Host: Joe Buscaglia Producer: Jeff Do…

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On Kulich's star potential and the Pens kicking the tires 1:02:53

8M ago1:02:53

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Send us a textBy Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn

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S3, E9: Steve Murphy, Buffalo State men's hockey 28:29

8M ago28:29

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Kevin & Kevin are joined by Buffalo State men's hockey head coach Steve Murphy, who just became the winningest coach in program history. Murphy also discusses the Bengals' hot start in SUNYAC play and their outdoor game against Keene State.By Kevin Sylvester & Kevin Snow