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For Bills Mafia, the Buffalo Fanatics Podcast Network is the official heartbeat of Bills fandom on the FanSided network. Hosted by Rico, the booming-voiced, wing-stained optimist and Z-Bot, the sharp-witted All-22 analyst—this 4.8/5-rated Bills podcast delivers 100+ minutes of weekly fire that feels like tailgating with 100,000+ Mafia friends at Highmark Stadium.
Rico brings the passion with real perspective, while Z-Bot counters with cold, hard truth—sack charts, coverage breakdowns, PFF grades, and “Smoke Break” solos that expose flukey wins vs. dynasty DNA. Together, they’re the yin-yang of Bills discourse: heart + brain, passion meets proof on the Buffalo Fanatics Podcast.
Special guests like the Thigh Doctor add injury breakdowns and return timelines, Carl Jones (News 4 Buffalo) drops insider scoops from One Bills Drive, and others like Cover 1 voices join for film sessions. Episodes evolve with the season: training camp buzz, preseason hype, instant post-game rants, AFC East previews, and deep playoff pushes.
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* Immediate reactions: Raw post-game breakdowns within hours of the whistle.
*Expert breakdowns: From Josh Allen MVP case to Shakir route trees and Beane cap magic.
*No fluff: 500+ episodes of unfiltered Bills truth, no corporate spin.
With 70K+ Facebook fans, 58K on X, and 124K on Instagram, this is the voice of Bills Mafia. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Podbean. Go Bills, Let’s Go Buffalo, One kingdom, under Allen, with touchdowns for all.
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On this episode of the ‘Rico & Bot’, the fellas take a look at who could potentially be leaving the Bills this offseason. Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FANATICS for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
On this episode of the ‘Rico & Bot’, the fellas discuss possible moves Brandon Beane could make this offseason to set the Bills up for success in 2026.Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FANATICS for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Can The Bills Learn from the Seahawks? Rico analyzes the Seahawks' Super Bowl victory, exploring key offseason decisions and coaching changes. This deep dive examines how those moves shaped Seattle's success and whether similar strategies can help Buffalo.Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FANATICS for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
On this episode of the 'Smoke Break', Z-Bot recaps Super Bowl 60, giving his thoughts on the Seattle Seahawks destroying the New England Patriots. How should Bills fans feel after the Big Game?Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FANATICS for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
On this episode of the ‘Rico & Bot’, the fellas discuss Joe Brady officially becoming the head coach of the Buffalo Bills & what it means for the franchise moving forward. Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FANATICS for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
On this episode of the 'Smoke Break', Z-Bot gives his instant reaction to Joe Brady's introductory press conference as the new head coach of the Buffalo Bills. Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FANATICS for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
On this episode of the 'Smoke Break', Z-Bot discusses the Bills promoting Joe Brady to be their next head coachOur Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FANATICS for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
On this episode of the 'Smoke Break', Z-Bot discusses Championship Sunday in the NFL, and why this AFC Championship was the worst of all time. Bot elaborates on how mind-blowing it is that the Patriots are going back to the Super Bowl (to face off against Sam Darnold, no less) and why this may mark the low point of the Josh Allen era. With the Buffalo Bills coaching search still underway, bot also touches on the candidates that are being considered and who he thinks ends up leading the Bills into the 2026 season. Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FANATICS for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
On this episode of the ‘Rico & Bot’, the fellas dive into the firing of Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott and the public response by Bills Owner Terry Pegula and Bills GM Brandon Beane. Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FANATICS for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
On this episode of the 'Smoke Break', Z-Bot discusses Terry Pegula and Brandon Beane meeting with media over firing of Sean McDermott. Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FANATICS for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Join host Rico for a no-holds-barred breakdown of the Buffalo Bills' latest turmoil. Fresh off a heartbreaking Divisional Round loss to the Denver Broncos in the 2025-26 playoffs—which ended another promising season without a Super Bowl appearance—the Bills made a massive organizational move by firing longtime head coach Sean McDermott after nine solid seasons.Special guest Carl Jones, the respected Bills insider from WIVB News 4 and host of The Mafia Huddle podcast, joins Rico to dive deep. They'll dissect Beane's track record, whether he's unfairly survived scrutiny, the power dynamics between coach and GM, and what this means for Josh Allen's future and the team's path forward.Is Beane the "bad guy" holding the Bills back, or is this just the cost of chasing contention in a tough AFC? Expect passionate takes, fan reactions, and real talk on whether the Bills fired the wrong person—and what comes next in this pivotal offseason.Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FANATICS for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
On this episode of the 'Smoke Break', Z-Bot discusses the firing of Bills head coach Sean McDermott after 9 seasons with the team. Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FANATICS for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Join Z-Bot & Rico as they recap the NFL Divisional Playoff showdown between the Buffalo Bills & the Denver Broncos. Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FANATICS for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
On this episode of the ‘Rico & Bot’, the fellas preview the NFL Divisional Playoff showdown between the Buffalo Bills & the Denver Broncos. Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FANATICS for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Join host Rico and special guest Thigh Doctor as we break down the latest on Buffalo Bills star DT Ed Oliver! Fresh off injured reserve (bicep/knee surgery), his practice window is open ahead of the big AFC Divisional matchup vs. Denver. Is he ready to return and supercharge the defense? We dive into the injury updates, potential impact, and what it means for Bills Mafia in the playoffs.Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FANATICS for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
The Buffalo Bills' wide receiver room is getting decimated by injuries heading into the playoffs—Gabe Davis and Tyrell Shavers both suffered torn ACLs in the wild-card win over the Jaguars, joining Joshua Palmer on IR, leaving just Khalil Shakir, Keon Coleman, and Brandin Cooks as the healthy options. The WRs are dropping like flies!Meanwhile, RB James Cook is heating up at the perfect time after leading the NFL in rushing this season. Fresh off a solid playoff performance and with the offense leaning on the run game amid the WR crisis, is Cook poised for a monster game against the Broncos in the divisional round?Host Rico breaks it all down on the latest Buffalo Fanatics show—Bills Mafia, we got injury chaos but big potential from Cook. Don't miss this breakdown!Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FANATICS for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
On this episode of the 'Smoke Break', Z-Bot, with a healed-up voice, recaps the Buffalo Bills EPIC 27-24 Wild Card Playoff victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars. Bot discusses how incredible Josh Allen is, especially in the postseason, and how Sean McDermott's defense stepped up amid previous playoff criticism. Bot also looks ahead to the Divisional Round of the playoffs, where the Bills will square off with #1 Seed in the AFC, the Denver Broncos. Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FANATICS for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Join Z-Bot & Rico for their instant postgame reaction as they break down all the key moments, big plays, clutch drives, and what this historic win means for Buffalo's playoff run heading into the Divisional Round.The Buffalo Bills pulled off a thrilling 27-24 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars in the AFC Wild Card Playoffs on January 11, 2026 — marking Buffalo's first road playoff win in 33 years! Josh Allen was electric, throwing for 273 yards and a TD while adding two rushing scores, including the game-winning touchdown in the final minutes. The Bills overcame a tough fight from Trevor Lawrence and the Jags, sealing it with a crucial interception by Cole Bishop.Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FANATICS for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
On this episode of the ‘Rico & Bot’, the fellas dive into the Wild Card round matchup between the Buffalo Bills & the Jacksonville Jaguars. Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FANATICS for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jaguars are war ready, but the Bills want all the smoke! Rico analyzes the upcoming playoff game, discussing team strengths and weaknesses. A guest joins to offer insight and predictions on this crucial Wildcard matchup.Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FANATICS for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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