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PlayAction
Concise Buffalo Bills analysis from The Buffalo News' Katherine Fitzgerald and Mark Gaughan. PlayAction provides 15 minutes of sharp conversation on the games ahead, combining their extensive knowledge of X's and O's NFL strategy with deep insight of the Bills’ players and coaches. Full episodes are available here. buffalonews.com/podcasts/play-action
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Episodes
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Here’s how the Bills can deal with the Vikings blitz-heavy defense
The Minnesota Vikings blitz more than any team in the NFL. This week, Lance and Katherine discuss how the Bills offense is preparing for this matchup and what…
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Here’s how the Bills can deal with the Vikings blitz-heavy defense
The Minnesota Vikings blitz more than any team in the NFL. This week, Lance and Katherine discuss how the Bills offense is preparing for this matchup and what…
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The Bills are charging toward the top spot in the AFC
The bye week is behind us and Lance and Katherine are here to discuss the start of an interesting stretch of the Bills schedule. It all starts with a home…
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Incredible Josh Allen plays have the Bills leading the division at the bye
The Bills are on a winning streak at the bye, thanks in large part to Josh Allen continuing to do "Josh Allen things.” His incredible touchdown pass in…
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The Bills are 4-1 but have plenty of cleaning up to do
The Bills look to head into the bye with a win over the Raiders after a dramatic overtime triumph in L.A. against the Rams. Despite early season success, there…
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The Bills need to address struggles on both sides of the ball
Lance and Katherine are back and this time, they are reviewing a Bills loss as the team prepares to head across the country for a Monday Night matchup against…
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Bills defense should scare the struggling Patriots
Katherine and Lance are back to break down the Bills’ awkward win against the LA Chargers. With some clunky moves on offense, Bills defense bailed them…
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PlayAction Podcast: The Bills look for another home win following an electric start
There’s plenty to like about the Bills first two games of the 2026 season. Lance and Katherine focus on Greg Rousseau's fast start, Jim Leonhard’s…
PlayActionBills offense looks promising for a matchup with the Lions
Lance and Katherine are back after a nail-biting first game of the season, the Bills eke out the Houston Texans in a win of 36-31. The Bills now gear up for a…
PlayActionPlayers are buying into Jim Leonhard’s defense
Real football is finally here. Lance and Katherine look forward to the first regular season game for the Bills this Sunday. They break down everything you need…
PlayActionTakeaways from the Bills’ initial 53-man roster
After weeks of competition, the Bills have now locked in their roster for the upcoming season. There were plenty of surprises on both sides of the ball - Lance…
PlayActionAllen to Moore is a promising connection for the Bills
It is hard to find takeaways from preseason games but Josh Allen to D.J. Moore sure looked promising in the game against Carolina last weekend. Lance and…
PlayActionAn obstructed view of a grand stadium
This week, Lance and Katherine turn to business reporter Mike Petro for some context about the obstructed view seats in Highmark Stadium. Bills fans were vocal…
PlayActionA new stadium, coaching staff and defense for the Bills
Bills training camp is underway and the PlayAction podcast is back for a new season. Lance and Katherine give us an idea on what camp has been like and focus…
PlayActionInjuries, punting competition and more from Bills' Minicamp
Lance and Katherine come to us with more offseason coverage on this episode of PlayAction. Mandatory Minicamp gives us a look at how the Bills are shaping up…
PlayActionThe Bills schedule is a major test for Joe Brady
Katherine and Lance take us through the Bills 2026 schedule and discuss the primetime games, big matchups and difficult opponents. The first five games are…
PlayActionTrades, draft picks and busy offseason for the Bills
The Bills made several trades at the NFL Draft pushing them out of the first round but enabling them to address some key positions. Lance and Katherine share…
PlayActionWho we like for the Bills in the NFL Draft
As the NFL Draft approaches, Lance and Katherine sit down to discuss what the Bills need on offense and defense, players to watch and what it would look like…
PlayActionThe Bills offseason of change continues as free agency begins
Lance and Katherine are back from the NFL combine to share thoughts on the Bills coaching staff additions, plans for free agency and what the team may look…
PlayActionHere’s how things might be different with Joe Brady as Bills head coach
The Bills have hired a coach and he was with the team all along. Joe Brady has been promoted to the top job and Lance and Katherine explain why it is a…
PlayActionTerry Pegula’s press conference may leave you with more questions
After an eventful week, Terry Pegula and Brandon Beane sat down to discuss the thought process behind firing Sean McDermott. Lance and Katherine were there…
PlayActionLet’s answer your Bills questions
Executive sports editor Perryn Keys joins the show to ask Katherine and Lance your questions about the Bills and the divisional round matchup with the Denver…
PlayActionHere’s who needs to step up for the Bills to push past the Broncos
The Bills are on to Denver for the divisional round of the playoffs and while all eyes will be on Josh Allen, Katherine and Lance believe a few players on both…
PlayActionThe Bills defense needs to step up to win in the playoffs
The playoffs are here and this year, the Bills will head out on the road. It all starts Sunday in Jacksonville when the Bills take on the surging Jaguars…
PlayActionPlayoffs! But first, Bills vs. Jets
Lance and Katherine can’t believe the regular season is almost over — time flies when you’re writing about the Bills. There's a lot to…
PlayActionThe Bills defense will be tested by the Eagles
Lance and Katherine are talking Bills vs. Eagles as we look ahead to the matchup this Sunday. With the defense still not where we want it and the offense…
PlayActionFour ways the Bills could clinch a playoff spot
Lance and Katherine come to you for another episode of PlayAction after a big Bills win against the Patriots. With Myles Garrett coming up and…
PlayActionDrake Maye and Stefon Diggs could spell trouble for Bills defense
Lance and Katherine are back to discuss another Bills win on this episode of PlayAction. Despite the snow, Josh Allen was able to drive this offense to a 39-34…
PlayActionThe Bills offense keeps evolving
Lance and Katherine break down the win in Pittsburgh and how different this offense will look against the Bengals this Sunday. With Joe Burrow back, the Bills…
PlayActionBills vs. Steelers is all about the run
This week, our writers Lance and Katherine are looking to Pittsburgh on Sunday after seeing the same issues from the Bills loss against the Texans. How can…
PlayActionBig offensive win going into Bills vs. Texans
As the Bills gear up for a short turnaround, so do our writers. Lance and Katherine are coming to you with a breakdown of the win against the Buccaneers and…
PlayActionA tough schedule ahead leaves no time for the Bills’ injuries
In this episode of PlayAction, Lance and Katherine recap the loss in Miami which resulted in lots of pointed fingers from frustrated fans. Plus, Katherine has…
PlayActionNo trade puts faith in a young defense
This week on PlayAction, Lance and Katherine discuss the lack of movement from the Bills at the trade deadline. With many injuries on defense, this team is now…
PlayActionGoing into the Chiefs matchup, Allen isn’t passing the eye test
On this episode of the PlayAction podcast, Katherine and Lance start with some bad news on defense. Ed Oliver is out indefinitely with a bicep tear, leaving a…
PlayActionA potential defensive upgrade for the Bills
Defensive end Michael Hoecht and defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi are on the active roster following suspension and it comes at a time when the Bills defense…
PlayActionThere are several Bills players that need to step up following the bye week
A promising start for the Bills has given way to a two-game losing streak. Lance and Katherine use this bye week edition of the podcast to discuss what has…
PlayActionConcern over Coleman, turnovers and injuries
The Bills may be 4-1 on the season but there are some areas of concern. Lance and Katherine discuss the benching of Keon Coleman, turnovers the last few games…
PlayActionYoung players are making a difference for the undefeated Bills
Cole Bishop, Jackson Hawes and Keon Coleman are some of the young players on the Bills who have stepped up and helped the Bills start undefeated. Lance and…
PlayActionThe Bills have a big opportunity ahead of them starting with the struggling Saints
Let’s talk about the Bills schedule and how the upcoming opponents are off to slow starts. Katherine Fitzgerald and Lance Lysowski discuss how the next…
PlayActionA bloody nose, a short week and a mess in Miami
The Bills may be banged up in a few spots but Josh Allen and company had no trouble with the Jets on Sunday and will look to strengthen their hold on the AFC…
PlayActionFollowing an unforgettable comeback, the Bills look to improve and ground the Jets
The Bills have plenty of momentum following an opening week comeback victory over the Ravens that still has fans talking. They also have several things to…
PlayActionA Bills season with plenty of potential and high expectations
The regular season is here and the PlayAction Podcast is focused on every aspect. Katherine and Lance will get you ready for the big Sunday Night Football…
PlayActionThe Bills are searching for answers at safety
The Bills trip to Chicago last weekend was rough by any standard. This week, Katherine and Lance share thoughts and perspectives from the forgettable preseason…
PlayActionCook cashes in
James Cook is once again participating at practice after agreeing to a new $48 million contract with the Bills. Lance Lysowski and Katherine Fitzgerald discuss…
PlayActionThere are rookies worth watching at Bills camp
Katherine and Lance discuss the Bills rookie class as training camp in Rochester winds down. Both believe there are players worth watching as preseason games…
PlayActionMaxwell Hairston and other Training Camp injuries
Katherine Fitzgerald and Lance Lysowski are back for more NFL Training Camp coverage, where the team has dealt with many setbacks, most notably Maxwell…
PlayActionHard Knocks is at Bills camp and James Cook is on the field
Katherine Fitzgerald and Lance Lysowski team up for the newest edition of the PlayAction podcast. Streaming in from his first Bills training camp, Lance tells…
PlayActionPreview: The James Cook matter, training camp ... and welcome, Lance Lysowski
Jay Skurski welcomes a familiar name but a fresh face to the Bills beat in Lance Lysowski for our latest PlayAction podcast, brought to you by Picasso's Pizza…
PlayActionPreview: Here's how the Bills did in the 2025 NFL Draft
Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald come together one last time for this special episode of the PlayAction podcast. With the 2025 NFL Draft behind us, our…
PlayActionPreview: Here's what the Bills need heading into the NFL Draft.
Two weeks out of the NFL draft, Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald discuss pretty much every position on the Bills roster, except for quarterback, in this…
PlayActionPreview: How the Bills scored an F- in player reports
Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald report to us from Indianapolis for this epsiode of PlayAction. Our writers tell us everything they're seeing at the NFL…
PlayActionPreview: Let's talk about Josh Allen's MVP award and everything going on at Super Bowl 59
Josh Allen secures the MVP title and gives Bills fans something to celebrate this week. Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald react to the announcement and…
PlayActionPreview: Soul-searching after another Bills playoff loss to the Chiefs
This season the Bills managed to exceed the expectations of many all while leaving fans frustrated with how it ended. Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald…
PlayActionPreview: The Chiefs once again stand between the Bills and a trip to the Super Bowl
The Bills impressive season comes down to another matchup against the Chiefs. This time it is in Kansas City and for the AFC Championship. Mark Gaughan and…
PlayActionPreview: The Ravens have plenty of all pro players for the Bills to focus on
The attention will be on Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry on Sunday when the Bills play against the Ravens in a Divisional round playoff game in Orchard Park…
PlayActionPreview: It’s playoff time and the pressure is on the Bills defense
Everyone needs to step up in the playoffs but that is especially true for the Bills defense as they prepare to take on the Denver Broncos in Orchard Park on…
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The Bills are division champs once again and reinforcements are on the way.
The Bills were celebrating a division championship in the snow on Sunday night but there’s more good news for the team. Players will be returning from…
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The Bills are division champs once again and reinforcements are on the way
The Bills were celebrating a division championship in the snow on Sunday night but there’s more good news for the team. Players will be returning from…
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Scoreboard watching with the Bills at 9-2
It is only Thanksgiving weekend but there is a way the Bills can clinch the AFC East division title on Sunday night. Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald go…
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Josh Allen’s MVP case is stronger than ever
The win over Kansas City is another reason to make the Josh Allen for MVP argument. This week, Mark Gaughan and Katherine Fitzgerald explain why Allen’s…