Bussin’ With The Boys – Episode Summary

Episode: "Clay Matthews, Delanie Walker, Taylor Lewan & Will Compton Pick Ravens Over Chiefs, Split On Eagles"
Date: September 25, 2025
Hosts: Will Compton & Taylor Lewan
Guests: Clay Matthews & Delanie Walker

Main Theme / Purpose

In this episode, the boys ride the bus through Week 4 NFL action, looking back at their betting picks, sharing locker room stories, and delivering unfiltered takes on key games for the week ahead. With former NFL stars in the mix, the conversation blends inside-the-league anecdotes, sharp analysis, and offbeat banter, especially as they debate matchups like Ravens vs. Chiefs, Vikings vs. Steelers in Dublin, and Eagles vs. Buccaneers.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Week 3 Recap & Betting Records

• Records so far:
  • Will: 10-8 for the season
  • Taylor: 12-6, leads the show
  • Delanie: 9-9
  • Clay: 11-7
• General consensus: Decent picking so far, with Taylor setting the pace.

2. Locker Room/Banter Segment (04:50–10:00)

• Jokes about appearances: Clay “your bun’s tight, not a straggler in sight”; Taylor and Delanie poke fun at Will’s shaved head and new look.
• Teeth and accessories: "Mine is made because of the grill. Don’t get it twisted, yo." — Taylor (08:00)
• Delanie on targets with the Titans: "Probably 10 targets, I was the only option at times." (11:01)
• Media coverage differences: Titans were under-covered; Green Bay, Washington had bigger crowds, more pressure.

3. Tennessee Titans Coaching Situation (13:10–15:30)

• Coaching heat: Is Mike Vrabel in trouble? Unanimous feeling that getting away from Nashville could help.
• Team culture: Locker room tensions sometimes come from players “taking money from pockets”—not producing but sticking around.
  • "Anytime I call you 'Pockets', it’s you taking money out of someone else’s pockets." — Taylor (15:00)

4. Picks & Analysis: Vikings vs. Steelers in Dublin (15:27–21:53)

• Consensus pick: Vikings -2.5
• Reasons:
  • Better QB play (Wentz over McCarthy/Browning)
  • Steelers “Pockets” (Taylor): Current state is too shaky, offense lacks explosion, poor O-line protection.
  • "O’Connell internationally is 4-0." — Will (21:50)
• Fun side notes: Playing overseas sucks (jetlag, bad food), but Vikings should handle business.

5. Ravens at Chiefs — Main Event (27:41–35:13)

• Line: Ravens -2.5 (Chiefs underdogs at home!)
• All Four Pick the Ravens
  • Ravens are more explosive and “climbing a hill”—Delanie and Clay expect a turnaround despite defensive lapses.
  • Chiefs’ struggles: "Death by a thousand cuts... They’ve been struggling to move the ball." — Clay (28:58)
  • "If the Chiefs lose this game, are they dead?" — Clay (33:06)
    • Consensus: Not dead, but Wild Card is more likely than dynasty.
• Defensive breakdowns: Lions “gutted” Ravens last week, but Baltimore’s potential is still higher.
• Key injury talk: Derrick Henry’s fumble issues, leadership on both sides, Van Noy’s return for the Ravens pass rush could be decisive.

6. Packers at Cowboys Analysis (35:51–43:08)

• Line: Packers favored by 6.5, over/under 47.5.
• General Sentiment: Overwhelmingly in on Packers.
  • "Michael Parsons coming to Dallas." — Willie (37:04)
  • “You just can’t show up and win a football game on Sunday.” — Willie (38:03)
• **Dallas defense in crisis, CD Lamb and others hurt; Packers loss to Browns chalked up as a wake-up call, not a sign of doom.
• Browns defensive dominance: Praise for Myles Garrett, rookie Mason Graham, and their effect on recent games.

7. Jets at Dolphins (45:41–49:02)

• Spread: Dolphins -2.5, Total 44.5
• Panel says: Dolphins across the board (unless Jets start Justin Fields)
• Speed mismatch: Miami’s offense vs. depleted Jets secondary.
• "Give me the speed on the perimeter over the Jets." — Clay (47:02)
• If Tyrod Taylor (T-Rod) starts, stick with Dolphins.

8. Bengals at Broncos (49:17–55:27)

• Line: Broncos -7.5, Total 43.5
• All pick Denver: Bengals in a downward spiral w/o Burrow, offense stuck; Broncos defense praised for pass rush, pressure percentage.
• Bo Nix debate: Is this his “finished product,” or is there more ceiling? "Broncos operate defensively like they know exactly what’s going on. That Denver defense is for real." — Will (53:48)

9. Eagles at Buccaneers — The Dissenting Pick (58:16–64:00)

• Line: Eagles -3.5, O/U 44.5
• Split decision (finally):
  • Clay & Delanie: Eagles — too much injury trouble for Bucs, Philly’s offense improved last week.
    • "Second half is the offense—we are the offense we can be." — Clay (59:05)
  • Will & Taylor: Buccaneers — Mayfield’s “mojo” and home heat could favor upset.
    • "Give me Baker Mayfield in the fourth quarter against the Eagles." — Will (60:27)
• Injury concerns: Mike Evans, Godwin, and trenches for Bucs; Lane Johnson’s status for Eagles.
• Fun note: Tampa will bring in 400lb+ defensive tackles to try and stop Philly’s “tush push” sneak play.

10. Fantasy/Prop Segment: Touchdown Picks (65:11–66:59)

• Taylor: T Mac (Panthers) to finally score vs. Patriots
• Will: Josh Jacobs
• Delanie: Jordan Mason (Vikings) — “He’s a beast, bro.” (65:50)
• Quick nods to injury fallout, division picks, and humor around “great white hopes” in backfields.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Taylor Lewan: "I'm gonna keep it 100, though. You fucking ugly, bro. I just can't stop looking at you like it's your forehead. It's like it done came down a little bit." — (05:54)
• Clay Matthews: "Anytime you have a quarterback that is a first round pick ends up having turmoil in his career, send him to the school of Kevin O’Connell. He’ll get them fixed up right." — (18:42)
• Will Compton on the Titans: "There wasn’t a whole lot of pressure... kind of shocking, you almost felt at ease." — (12:27)
• Delanie Walker on the Ravens: "Pick Baltimore to be in the Super Bowl, pick Lamar to win MVP... climbing up a hill right here. But I got them beating the Chiefs." — (29:53)
• Clay on Chiefs: “If the Chiefs lose this game, are they dead?” — (33:06)
• Taylor on field logistics abroad: "No offense, London, but tell them... the food, that Canadian bacon or whatever, watery ass eggs. I’m like, yo, what is this?" — (18:16)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Banter & Locker Room Stories: 04:50–10:00
• Titans Coaching/Media Talk: 13:10–15:30
• Vikings vs. Steelers Analysis (Dublin game): 15:27–21:53
• Ravens at Chiefs Deep Dive: 27:41–35:13
• Packers at Cowboys: 35:51–43:08
• Jets vs. Dolphins: 45:41–49:02
• Bengals vs. Broncos: 49:17–55:27
• Eagles at Buccaneers: 58:16–64:00
• Prop Bets & Fantasy Picks: 65:11–66:59

Tone & Style

As always, the Bussin’ crew brings a mix of former NFL player insight, locker room language, and digressive, comedic storytelling. The tone is raw—lots of “keep it 100,” self-deprecating gags, and the sort of locker room chatter you only get between dudes who’ve played at the highest level. Analysis is sharp but often takes the long route through personal experience, often peppered with humor and call-outs.

Bottom Line / Takeaways

• Consensus: Ravens over Chiefs, Vikings over Steelers, Packers over Cowboys, Broncos over Bengals, Dolphins over Jets (unless Fields starts). Eagles/Bucs is the main split.
• Why: Deeper teams, fewer injuries, hotter QBs, or just that “vibe.”
• Notably split: Eagles at Bucs, with Taylor and Will feeling the Mayfield underdog energy.
• Memorable: High-level inside analysis on team mentality, QBs under pressure, and the difference media attention can make in NFL cities.

Summary:
If you missed it, expect a football breakdown that hits all the relevant storylines—with the side of banter, pranks, and insight that only this group can bring. For the NFL week ahead, ride with the Ravens (for the boys), but if you want to fade the favorite, Tampa and Baker Mayfield have some “bus” support too.