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Podcast by Don Purdy and Josh Cormier
16 Episodes
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Coaching Video Chairman for the entire NFL recalls his reaction to Pats' Spygate scandal, evolution from chasing trains with video tape to his napkin idea over wine of the invention of digital video, filming OJ, and how he cumulatively spent over a decade at Training Camp. Josh gets slyly assigned a rough daily practice assignment, and Don's wife, Amy, finds herself in middle of fight between Al Davis and John Butler. Finally, hear how to continue following this podcast on a majorly new platform. How did this happen?!
Jamie describes the lengths his Benedictine College teammates went to keep the only dorm payphone open for a hopeful Draft Day call, his Super Bowl XXV memories, most clutch GW reception vs Jets, and a crushing block he'll never forget. Don drops surprise Pop Quiz on Josh and they recall their own Bye week experiences and most pressure packed tasks.
Bill Brooks, the Colts' All-time leading receiver before Marvin Harrison, recalls the difficulty playing versus the great 1990 Bills team and his eventual welcome to that same team three years later. Josh and Don discuss the lighter side of NFL Team Security and Visiting Locker Rooms around the League. And how does a potato gun find its way into our conversation?
Don and Josh discuss how the Bills took down the Chiefs. Conversation with Sharon Jones, wife of former Bills Strength Coach, Rusty Jones, and most prominent anthem singer in Bills history. Sharon recalls an unsettling rehearsing room, first-time nerves, fending off a stranger moments before singing before 80,000 Bills fans, and how Rusty balances work and family. What's up with Josh in middle seat of Equipment truck?
Perhaps Buffalo's most prominent sports journalist, Vic Carucci, in a hot seat between Bruce and Marv, how the first (w/NFL's dirtiest player Conrad Dobler) of his eleven books almost didn't happen, and what it's like inside the sacred Hall of Fame Voting room for 9 hours. Don and Josh talk KC and loudest stadiums along with predictions for the biggest game of the season!
Mike tells stories like the "Wolf-like" player he was. His journey from growing up in Michigan to UCLA to Buffalo (including his Draft Day conversation with Marv Levy) to Super Bowl rings in Denver - with Buffalo being favorite, of course, thanks to love from Bills Mafia. Don describes sacrifices made balancing football and family. An OJ Simpson personal story thrown in and Josh shares mind-blowing stats about Patrick Mahomes and why this year could be different.
Scott takes us through his NFL career with the Browns, Packers, and Bills, working 32 Super Bowls, Press Box rules falling apart during Comeback game, friendship with Chris Berman, and more. Don and Josh discuss Bo Jackson on Youtube, NFL Coaches that have "it" or don't, and Bills vs Steelers predictions!
Bud discusses the Training Room as a sanctuary for players, relives Bruce Smith missing a playoff game with the flu, Kevin Everett's life-threatening injury, and his charitable work for GREATER BUFFALO ADAPTIVE SPORTS - wheelchair games for disabled vets and children. Don touches on agents and contracts while Josh absolutely nails his Bills-Ravens prediction and how the game's potential springboard effect.
Chris offers (16:10)well-received advice to Stephon Diggs, solves Don's Magic Johnson in Buffalo mystery, shares about his last days with Junior Seau, goes back and forth with Josh about USC vs Notre Dame, and marvels at the talent AND disfunction of the 1989 Bills. Don describes how a Free Agent signing during season goes down and they shout out to Florida friends and former colleagues. Bills vs Ravens predictions!
The 1990 and 2022 Buffalo Bills appear on a similar Super path. Relive and experience both from the perspective of former team football staffers and special guests.
The 1990 and 2022 Buffalo Bills appear on a similar Super path. Relive and experience both from perspective of former team football staffers and special guests.
The 1990 and 2022 Buffalo Bills appear on a similar Super Path. Relive and experience both, including guests appearances.
Former Bills OL, John Davis, talks about his Bills career and how he earned the nickname "Refrigerator Mover" in college {21:29}. Don and Josh remember road games at Miami where the 1990 Bills played in Week Two and ahead to Bills vs Titans on Monday Night Football.
The 1990 and 2022 Buffalo Bills appear on a similar Super path. Relive and experience both, including guest appearances.
Relive the 1990 Buffalo Bills and follow the 2022 Bills who are appear on a similar Super path.
This narration will surely evoke a range of emotions for Bills Mafia. Fear not, it will leave you most optimistic, but not without a twist.
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