Brian Straka

watch for a surprise

I spent 100 hours over the past week researching, writing and editing the piece we just put out. It’s a scenario, not a prediction like most of our work. But it was rigorously constructed, dismissing it outright requires the kind of intellectual laziness that tends to get expensive. And we’ve released it for free. Hopefully you enjoy it. citriniresearch.com/p/2028gic

@MattKopnak For what it's worth, my new season ticket rep told me seniority doesn't really matter anymore. 60+ yr season ticket holder here (been in the family all this time).

🚨Weird Request Does anyone know anyone within the Bills ticket office I can speak with about seniority? My uncle has 40 years in as a season ticket holder and I want to ensure it will be honored at the new stadium even though he will be sitting with a new group of people.

@adamp26 @JoeBuscaglia

@brstraka @JoeBuscaglia Nope. He got a promotion instead

Bills GM Brandon Beane will be retained according to a source, despite the move from the Bills to move on from HC Sean McDermott. Beane will be a part of leading the search for a new head coach.

@Pro__Ant Evergreen tweet for this defense

Too much time for Lawrence in the pocket. Seems comfortable back there

@BruceExclusive Unfortunately muting his name isn't working

Logs onto app. Sees Ryan Clark is once again being a detriment to the sports commentary landscape. Logs off app.

@Parkelle02 It's like watching the Bills DL, just so so bad

This is embarrassing

@Parkelle02 As soon as the defender touches the ball, he's down

Johnson is lucky. Pretty sure that's a fumble?

@natebenson @WGRZ 10/10 slide in

ENCORE: The people wanted it, so On The Agenda will be airing again on WGRZ+ at 930pm! Topping the agenda this week is the 4 new deputy mayors in the @RyanforBuffalo administration. A long chat with the @nysdot about the Kensington. And more! 930pm @WGRZ plus!

@alexbrasky The teamwork:

Sean McDermott on sharing play calling duties with Bobby Babich: “We do things together and I think that’s the right approach… I thought it was good teamwork yesterday.”

@BruceExclusive It's working!

Rally puppies: activate!

@CalebFranzen @substack @beehiiv? @howardlindzon raves about it.

I'll make an official announcement soon... But there's a 98% chance that I'll be leaving @substack, in favor of another newsletter platform. As a member (free or paid) this will have zero impact on you. I'll likely end 1-on-1 meetings, so book now: substackfwd.xyz/?url=https://c…

@BruceExclusive Bruce, you know what would really help ensure the Bills maintain a top rushing attack? Hint: it starts with an "R" and ends with "unning back in the first round."

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@natebenson That would be impressive if anyone knew what a comptroller was

Heading to Buffalo City Hall for dueling press conferences. One from the acting mayor. One from the city comptroller. I will update the public about the snack situation at them. @wgrz

@BruceExclusive Just in case we need dog pics for any reason (can never be too safe)

The Bills didn’t suffer any major injuries to players projected for meaningful roles today. The Bills won the preseason game.

@Schnickl3 One of my favorite pics that's related in a way:

This the exact shit I need to get myself in gear.. god damnit funk is so inspiring… why can’t I?

most profound thing I’ve heard an athlete say in a long time and he just says it casually at an all-star game availability lol

The gap between where you are and where you want to be exists only in the space between thinking and doing. Everything you desire already has a path to it. Someone has done it before, or the steps can be broken down and figured out. The real barriers aren't external; they're the stories you tell yourself about why you can't start today, with what you have, from where you are. Your desires aren't random, they're signals pointing toward your authentic self. Trust them, but hold them lightly. As you move toward them, you'll discover that the person you become in pursuit of what you want is often more valuable than getting the thing itself. Start now. Start imperfectly. Start with one small action today. Then another tomorrow. Consistency compounds faster than talent, and action creates clarity faster than planning. Most people wait for permission, perfect conditions, or complete knowledge. You don't need any of these. The universe is incredibly responsive to genuine effort. When you commit and start moving, resources appear, people help, opportunities emerge. But this magic only happens after you begin, never before. Your time is finite and precious. Every day you delay acting on what matters to you is a day you can't get back. Stop researching, stop preparing, stop waiting for the right moment. The right moment is now, and you already have enough to take the first step. Everything else is just details you'll figure out along the way.