What happened in this episode?
Ariel Helwani interviews Buffalo Bills offensive tackle Dion Dawkins in the aftermath of the Bills’ prime-time win over the Los Angeles Rams. Dawkins explains the team has remained in California for the week ahead of a Sunday game in Las Vegas, describing the move as unfamiliar in his decade-long career but potentially beneficial for bonding and focus, akin to an extra camp week.
On-field, Dawkins says quarterback Josh Allen is ‘great’ and frames Allen’s physical style — smiling while taking on defenders — as a positive sign for Buffalo, while also describing the emotional burden offensive linemen feel when the quarterback takes hits. Dawkins recounts how he tried to steady running back James Cook after two fumbles, telling him ‘it’s all right’ and emphasising the team’s ability to respond without ‘blinking’.
Dawkins also offers a candid comparison of Bills coaches, calling Sean McDermott ‘real militant’ while praising Joe Brady’s energy, ‘swag’, and connection with younger players. Away from football, Dawkins discusses the personal reminder he keeps in his locker — a T-shirt referencing a past arrest — as motivation not to let past mistakes dictate future success. The conversation closes with wrestling talk, including Dawkins’ plans to pursue pro wrestling after his NFL career and his brother’s long-running involvement on the independent circuit.
