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Buffalo Bills partner with ESPN New York for radio broadcasts

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 4:07 AM

Last updated Jul 16, 2026

Buffalo Bills partner with ESPN New York for radio broadcasts

Summary

The Buffalo Bills announce a partnership with ESPN New York, making it an affiliate in the team's radio network. This marks the first time an NFL team will broadcast into another team's home market, breaking long-standing exclusivity rules. As sports fandom becomes more mobile, this move allows Bills fans greater access to games in New York City. The partnership aims to enhance listener experience and engagement in a competitive media where radio can provide more accessible coverage compared to traditional television.

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Key Details

•ESPN New York joins the Buffalo Bills Radio Network as an affiliate.
•This is the first NFL team to broadcast into another's home market.
•The move responds to fans' increasing demand for accessible sports coverage.
•Long-standing NFL bylaws on radio broadcasts have been challenged.
•The partnership aims to provide a listener-first approach in sports media.

Latest Updates

4:07 AMYahoo Sports — The Buffalo Bills Have Changed NFL Rights on Sports Radio Forever, and for the Better

What they're saying

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"Television rights continue to splinter games across broadcast networks, cable channels, streaming services, and subscription platforms, asking consumers to pay more while receiving less convenience. Radio has an opportunity to move in the opposite direction. That's what happened here." The post The Buffalo Bills Have Changed NFL Rights on Sports Radio Forever, and for the Better appeared first on Barrett Media.
— Yahoo Sports

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