On this edition of "Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK, as fans and media argue what the Sabres' main problem is, how much responsibility does Lindy Ruff bear for not having things working better? Also, how the Bills are revealing their character under rookie head coach Joe Brady and the end of an epic high school football rivalry.

"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK explores what the Sabres might have revealed about themselves in Thursday night's opener, previews the Patriots-Bills matchup and muses about Highmark Stadium's earth, wind and fire (and water) problems. Click here to support "TGAF" and get great HOMAGE Bills gear: homage.sjv.io/L03EMZ

"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK looks into the Bills' possible trap game against the 0-2 Chargers, Khalil Mack's weird legacy and the Sabres' season that opens next week. STARTER jackets are BACK at Homage! Support "TGAF" and get discounts with this link: homage.sjv.io/0GKorP

"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK digs into the Bills-Texans opener, the latest on Highmark Stadium's field concerns, Sabres prospects camp and UB fist-pumping its way into Pitbull Stadium. SUPPORT "TGAF" WITH BILLS GEAR AT HOMAGE. Follow this link for sweet discounts: homage.sjv.io/7XOKgd

Legendary NHL broadcaster Jeff Rimer joins "Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK to discuss his new memoir, "It Doesn't Get Any Better Than This: Unforgettable Calls and Unexpected Turns in Life." Rimer shares insight on Sabres leaders Jarmo Kekalainen, John Davidson and Lindy Ruff and has a "Rimer Rumor" on goalie Connor Hellebuyck. Plus, a review of Tim's coverage on the Bills' grass problems and Jonah talks UB football.

"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK digs into Highmark Stadium's disconcerting grass, how Tyler Bass' recovery from sports hernia surgery is or is not affecting his accuracy and observations from the Bills-Browns joint practice and preseason game.

Support "TGAF" by shopping for licensed Bills gear at homage.sjv.io/7XOKgd ... "Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK tells you all about Sabres emergency backup goaltender Jack McNaughton, previews the Bills' exhibition opener and explores whether complaints about the new Highmark Stadium are legit.

"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK reviews the soggy first two days of Bills training camp, the absurd Nickel City uniform launch and other picture postcards. Score traditional Bills merch, such as this Rich Stadium beauty, and support "TGAF" by shopping at Homage: https://www.homage.com/products/buffalo-bills-rich-stadium?variant=39952156622936

"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK welcomes the Big K, Gene Kershner, to talk World Cup, horse racing and the Greater Buffalo Sports Hall of Fame. Plus, Jonah and Tim break down whether Patrick Kane's skeletons will matter if he signs with the Buffalo Sabres. Support "TGAF" while shopping Homage's line of Buffalo Bills and NFL gear: homage.sjv.io/7XOKgd

"Tim Graham And Friends" brought to you by CTBK explores the ongoing controversy over the Bills' decision to exclude O.J. Simpson from their Family Circle landmark and how PSLs have become suddenly divisive between the haves and have-nots. Support "TGAF" by shopping for Bills, NFL, NBA, MLB, WWE and more merch! homage.sjv.io/7XOKgd