Biggest Bills Mysteries Entering Training Camp

Biggest Bills Mysteries Entering Training Camp

Author: Blue Wire July 22, 2025 Duration: 53:15

On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by Alex Brasky, creator of Buffalo Pregame for Substack to talk several topics revolving around the start of Buffalo Bills training camp this week in Rochester.

There's not a ton of prominent battles expected for roster sports or depth chart positioning with Bills camp but that doesn't mean there's a lack of interesting storylines, including a solid handful that we don't yet a solid idea how they'll play out. Among them Patrick and Alex discuss is while James Cook will report to camp, will he be a full participant when camp starts and as it progresses. Cook has been very public about wanting a new contract and it doesn't feel like the Bills are willing to accompany a price he's looking for at this time. It was certainly encouraging that Cook reported to and participated fully during Bills mandatory mini camp in May, but him being a "hold in" is definitely on the table at St. John's Fisher.

Also discussed is an expected battle between the veteran Tre White and first-round rookie Max Hairston to see who starts at cornerback alongside Christian Benford. Elijah Moore vs Curtis Samuel to be a notable part of the offense is something else we could see play out over the next few weeks. Also, Mitch Trubisky will be pushed by Mike White to for the QB2 job. Also, who ends up being the primary kick and/or punt returner?

That plus the guys look back at last weekend's fun at Mafia Con, Alex talks about launching his own Substack and much more.

Be sure to follow Alex on Twitter/X at @AlexBrasky and subscribe to his Buffalo Pregame on Substack.

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There's a particular kind of passion that comes from following Buffalo sports, a mix of unwavering hope and hardened realism that Talking Buffalo captures perfectly. Hosted by Buffalo-born Patrick Moran, this Blue Wire podcast dives deep into the heart of the city's teams, with a primary focus on the emotional rollercoasters provided by the Bills and Sabres. Patrick doesn't just report on games; he lives them, offering a perspective that can swing from critical skepticism to full-blown optimism in a single conversation. That authentic, sometimes self-deprecating fan voice is exactly what drives each episode. The show regularly features interviews with guests from across the sports world, media, and even pop culture, providing unique angles and insider insights you won't find elsewhere. It’s this blend of local passion, candid analysis, and diverse conversations that gives the podcast its character. You'll hear the highs, the lows, and all the gritty commentary in between, all filtered through the experience of someone who truly understands what it means to invest in these teams. For anyone who bleeds blue and red or simply appreciates the complex narrative of a sports city, Talking Buffalo feels like a conversation with a knowledgeable, and admittedly opinionated, friend.
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