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    Pressure rising on Ken Dorsey // Brian Daboll vs. Sean McDermott // Bills-Patriots preview with predictions

    enOctober 19, 2023
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    About this Episode

    Ryan O'Leary and Nick Wojton react to the Bills’ great escape over the Giants, including takes on Ken Dorsey, Brian Daboll and the wild final play between Darren Waller and Taron Johsnon. The guys also cover Josh Allen's shoulder injury and the recent struggles plaguing the Bills' offense. The second segment gears up for the upcoming Bills-Patriots game. The guys preview the matchup and give their predictions against the spread.

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