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Sal Maiorana
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I have opinions as you'll see. Four decades covering the Buffalo Bills for the Rochester D&C. Co-Host of the BLEAV in Bills Podcast. Also write a FREE Yankees newsletter called Pinstripe People. To subscribe go to: https://salmaiorana.beehiiv.com/subscribe
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Here’s today’s episode of the show with me and Adam Benigni previewing Bills vs Texans. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b...
Bills take revived passing game on the road against Texans top defense
Podcast Episode · Bleav in Bills · 11/19/2025 · 23m
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November 19, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Here's my in-depth preview for #Bills vs #Texans looking at the QB matchup, 4 key players on each side, and my prediction. www.democratandchronicle.com/story/sports...
Bills vs Texans prediction, keys to Thursday Night Football showdown
The Bills have a tough Thursday night road test against the Texans. Here is Sal Maiorana's preview of the game.
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November 19, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Here's my #Bills report card following their 44-32 victory over the Bucs. www.democratandchronicle.com/story/sports...
Bills report card: Josh Allen goes nuclear, defense stifles Baker Mayfield
Here's how Sal Maiorana graded the Bills in their 44-32 shootout victory over the Buccaneers.
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November 17, 2025 at 1:05 AM
Here are my key observations following the Bills 44-32 victory over the Bucs. Thoughts on Allen, Coleman, Shavers, Davis, return game, and run defense. www.democratandchronicle.com/story/sports...
4 things that stood out in Bills' explosive Week 11 win against Buccaneers
The Bills outgunned the Bucs 44-32 in a wild shootout. Here are Sal Maiorana's observations.
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November 17, 2025 at 12:02 AM
Who steps up for the #Bills in the passing game with Dalton Kincaid out again? Here's my story: www.democratandchronicle.com/story/sports...
Who steps up for Bills with top playmaker out vs Buccaneers?
The Bills won't have Dalton Kincaid Sunday, so Joshua Palmer, who should return to action, is one who needs to step up as a downfield threat.
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November 15, 2025 at 6:49 PM
This was a banger of an episode as me, Adam Benigni and Jay Skurski delved into the Bills passing game woes and their dwindling chances of winning the division. youtu.be/_6fi6ZNhUzg?...
More questions than answers as the Bills prepare for Bucs w/ guest Jay Skurski
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November 14, 2025 at 5:31 PM
The #Bills finally got some good news before the #Buccaneers come to town. Here's the latest injury update. www.democratandchronicle.com/story/sports...
Bills get some good news before Buccaneer game in latest injury update
The Bills will not have one of their weapons on offense, but the injury report for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers is otherwise quite favorable.
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November 14, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Now that the Patriots won again, the #Bills are reaching desperation mode in terms of winning the AFC East. They can't afford to lose Sunday against the Buccaneers. Here's my preview with key players on both sides, and my pick:
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Bills vs Buccaneers prediction, keys to pivotal game for Buffalo
The Buffalo Bills host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a vital game at Highmark Stadium. Here is Sal Maiorana's preview and prediction.
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November 14, 2025 at 1:19 PM
Injuries are definitely a part of it, but the #Bills ate getting poor play at linebacker, especially the starters. Here’s my story: www.democratandchronicle.com/story/sports...
Bills linebacker woes deepen as injuries and poor play pile up
The Bills injury-plagued defense has also been hampered by poor play at linebacker from Matt Milano and Terrel Bernard.
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November 13, 2025 at 12:57 PM
Here's today's episode of the pod as @AdamBenigni and I discuss the Mecole Hardman signing, Brian Daboll, and several other Bills topics.
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Receiving End: Bills look for answers in the passing game with Bucs coming to town
Podcast Episode · Bleav in Bills · 11/11/2025 · 24m
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November 11, 2025 at 9:10 PM
The #Bills offense looks great by the numbers, but reality tells a different story as the passing game is sputtering badly. Here's my story: www.democratandchronicle.com/story/sports...
Bills offense looks elite on paper, but reality tells a different story
The Bills' passing game is not functioning and the lack of playmaking from the receivers is the main reason.
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November 11, 2025 at 2:14 PM
ESPN reporting that the #Bills are signing speedy receiver Mecole Hardman to the practice squad. That is interesting because of vertical ability, plus his skill as a return man. Here's a quick story: www.democratandchronicle.com/story/sports...
Bills sign speedy receiver who spent six seasons with playoff nemesis
ESPN is reporting that the Bills are signing wide receiver Mecole Hardman, formerly of the Chiefs, to their practice squad.
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November 10, 2025 at 10:38 PM
The #Bills, coming off a terrible loss, need to regroup quickly because they have a big home test against the NFC South-leading Buccaneers. Here's an early look ahead: www.democratandchronicle.com/story/sports...
Bills brace for critical clash with Buccaneers to stay in playoff hunt
Two 6-3 teams meet Sunday in Orchard Park as the Bills host the Buccaneers. Here's an early look ahead to the matchup.
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November 10, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Yeah, as you might expect, this is a failure of a report card for the #Bills following their embarrassing performance against the Dolphins. www.democratandchronicle.com/story/sports...
Bills report card: Josh Allen's receivers can't get open, run defense battered by Dolphins
It was a brutal day in every phase for the Bills in their loss to the Dolphins. Here's how Sal Maiorana graded their performance.
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November 10, 2025 at 12:46 AM
This was a clunker of the highest order for the Bills. Here are my observations from their 30-13 loss to the friggin Dolphins. www.democratandchronicle.com/story/sports...
4 things that stood out in Bills' horrendous Week 10 loss to Dolphins
The Bills regressed in an inexplicable 30-13 loss to the Dolphins. Here are Sal Maiorana's main takeaways.
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November 10, 2025 at 12:10 AM
Well, I never made it to Miami (thanks government), but that doesn't mean I'm not covering the game today. Here's my #Bills vs #Dolphins in-depth preview with key players, the QB matchup, some Keon Coleman, and my prediction. www.democratandchronicle.com/story/sports...
Bills vs Dolphins prediction, keys to game as Buffalo eyes division lead
The Bills will look to extend their domination of the Dolphins Sunday in Miami. Here's Sal Maiorana's game preview.
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November 9, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Rookie cornerback Max Hairston's speed gives the #Bills something they have lacked at that position. Here's my story: www.democratandchronicle.com/story/sports...
Rookie cornerback's speed gives Buffalo Bills a new defensive edge
Max Hairston has already made an impact for the Bills, and now he may be getting his first NFL start Sunday in Miami.
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November 8, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Here's my in-depth preview of Bills vs Dolphins focusing on Keon Coleman, the QB matchup, and key players on both sides, plus my prediction. www.democratandchronicle.com/story/sports...
Bills vs Dolphins prediction, keys to game as Buffalo eyes division lead
The Bills will look to extend their domination of the Dolphins Sunday in Miami. Here's Sal Maiorana's game preview.
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November 7, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Like all of us, Joe Brady knows he needs to get Dalton Kincaid more involved in the #Bills passing offense because when he does, good things happen. Here's my story:
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Josh Allen trusts Dalton Kincaid, so why isn’t he on the field more?
The Bills' best receiving target this season has been tight end Dalton Kincaid, even though his playing time has been curiously limited.
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November 6, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Bills GM Brandon Beane opens up on trade deadline frustration, echoes fan sentiment. Here’s my story: www.democratandchronicle.com/story/sports...
Bills GM opens up on trade deadline frustration, echoes fan sentiment
Fans were mad the Bills didn't make a trade deadline acquisition, but they weren't madder than general manager Brandon Beane.
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November 5, 2025 at 8:26 PM
The #Bills add three more players to the latest injury list, and it's three players they can't afford to lose. Here's my story: www.democratandchronicle.com/story/sports...
Bills add three players to latest injury list, including star running back
The Bills have three new players battling injuries this week - James Cook, Joey Bosa and AJ Epenesa.
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November 5, 2025 at 6:16 PM
The #Bills defense has evolved from it's all-nickel base and now thrives on matchup-driven alignments. Here's my story:
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Buffalo Bills defense evolves with matchup-driven changes
The Bills are no longer a nickel-only defense and their diversification has been noticeable in the last two games.
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November 5, 2025 at 12:53 PM
The #Bills stand pat at the deadline. I'm surprised given the needs at DT and WR, but I'm also skeptical that anyone they could have gotten with so little cap space would have made much difference. Here's my story:
www.democratandchronicle.com/story/sports...
Bills make no trades despite defensive line injuries, wide receiver needs
The Bills did not make a trade deadline deal for the first time since 2021 .
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November 4, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Here's the pod with me and Adam Benigni breaking down the Bills scintillating 28-21 victory over the Chiefs.
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Bills top Chiefs 28-21 in most impressive win of the year
Podcast Episode · Bleav in Bills · 11/03/2025 · 25m
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November 3, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Here is my #Bills report card following their 28-21 victory over the Chiefs: www.democratandchronicle.com/story/sports...
Bills report card: Josh Allen outplays his nemesis, defense harasses Patrick Mahomes
Here's how Sal Maiorana graded the Bills in their 28-21 victory over the Chiefs.
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November 3, 2025 at 11:55 AM