Bussin' With The Boys – Podcast Summary

Episode: "Clay Matthews Wants To BAN The Tush Push, Will Compton & Delanie Walker RIDE The Ravens VS. Lions"
Date: September 18, 2025
Hosts: Will Compton & Taylor Lewan
Guests: Clay Matthews & Delanie Walker

Episode Overview

The Boys jump into a classic NFL locker-room banter episode, diving deep into Week 3 predictions, reactions to Week 2, quirky debates about on-field trends (including Clay Matthews’ crusade against the tush push), hand-washing drama, and backup QB chatter. The crew debates betting strategies, reflects on personal career moments, and delivers good-natured roasts amid honest football talk.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Week Two Recap & Friendly Banter

• The Boys compare their picks’ records (“Delanie five and one… Wee little Willie two and four. Wow.”–Taylor, 00:19).
• Clay brings an 80-pound block of Parmigiano Reggiano as a birthday gift for Will, cementing cheesehead lore (“That is £80 of Parmigiano Reggiano, straight from Italy. Cause you’ve been all in.” – Clay, 06:27).
• The group launches into a gross but hilarious debate about double-dipping food and public restroom hygiene (“If you double dip… it’s like not washing your hands after you take a number two. Like, it’s disrespectful.” – Will, 08:54).

2. NFC West Showdown: Cardinals vs. 49ers (15:00–20:23)

• The panel discusses the surprising start of the Cardinals and injuries for the 49ers.
• Taylor highlights the 49ers’ zone run scheme and defensive discipline (“No one runs a better zone scheme than that offensive line. Kyle Shanahan understands manipulation…” – Taylor, 15:26).
• Delanie and Taylor pick the 49ers, citing the Cardinals’ “overhyped 2-0” record and Arizona’s banged-up secondary.
• Will cleverly waits, then takes the Cardinals, citing their tough run defense and Kyler Murray’s playmaking (“I got the Cardinals. I just wanted to hear everything you jokers had to say.” – Will, 18:24).

3. Backup QBs: Bengals vs. Vikings (20:32–27:20)

• The conversation touches on how locker rooms rally (or not) behind backup QBs.
• Taylor’s take: “When we had a backup QB, I was so delusional. I thought we were going to win every single game.” (21:27)
• Clay shares war stories about Seneca Wallace, Matt Flynn, and the Packers’ fortunes.
• The boys are split on the game, with Taylor picking the Bengals, Delanie favoring the Vikings, and Will liking the under, but siding with Minnesota if forced.

4. Commanders vs. Raiders (30:41–37:39)

• Delanie picks the Commanders, lauds their improved run defense, and dissects the Raiders’ weak pass protection (“The Raiders defense, watching the film… the back seven looks brutal.” – Delanie, 31:14).
• The group is generally united on Washington, but Taylor questions the “two-QB system” if the Raiders split snaps, warning it can disrupt offensive rhythm.

5. Rams vs. Eagles & The Tush Push Debate (38:44–47:40)

• The group debates Rams’ surprisingly strong start and if they can challenge the Eagles.
• Clay is still betting on Philadelphia: “I got the Eagles. It was kind of like how I bet the Chiefs last year: until somebody knocks you off…” (39:30)
• Taylor and Delanie like Rams +3.5, arguing Stafford’s pocket presence can offset Philly’s pass rush.
• Clay ignites the Tush Push debate, arguing for a ban:
  “I think I’m done with the tush push, man… I want to see them run. You’re too successful at the play… just get back to what looks like normal football instead of a scrum.” (44:15)
• The boys argue it remains part of football’s “man vs. man” purity, but acknowledge it’s tough to officiate.

6. Officiating & Ex-NFL Referees (47:11–49:55)

• Clay proposes ex-players as full-time refs:
  “Give them big salaries, those 401ks... There’d be more people who understand the game, not part-time teachers or attorneys.” (46:52)
• The crew jokes about how they’d call games—Delanie would “let them play,” and the rest are skeptical players could ever be unbiased.

7. Lions vs. Ravens—Game of the Week (55:38–65:08)

• All agree this is a “prove-it” matchup for both teams.
• Clay: “Lamar—24–4 against NFC teams, 22 TDs, zero INTs on Monday night. He’s built for primetime… I like the Ravens.” (56:07)
• Taylor lauds the Lions’ in-game adjustments and TE play but still leans Baltimore.
• Delanie: “I’m rocking Lamar on primetime … I think Monday Night Football in Baltimore, I like Baltimore to cover.” (59:35)
• Will calls out the Lions for traditionally folding against top-tier teams.
• The crew debates Ravens’ D-line vs. Lions’ weapons, with sharp insight about the impact of guys like Van Noy (currently out) and Aiden Hutchinson.

8. Chiefs vs. Giants—Quick Picks and Frustrations (69:35–77:14)

• Clay, Taylor, and Delanie agree: “Chiefs can’t start 0–3… They won’t start 0–3.” (69:54)
• Will is skeptical about the Chiefs covering -5.5, and the group discusses the Chiefs’ offensive limitations without perimeter threats.
• Clay defends Mahomes: “Mahomes is still Mahomes. They’re just a play away from 2–0.” (73:57)

9. Player Comparisons, Athletic Scores & Good-Natured Trash Talk (79:03–85:11)

• The boys compare RAS combine scores, 40 times, and roast each other’s NFL pedigree (“You probably enter in all your little information”—Clay to Taylor, 83:59).
• Delaney’s legendary 4.49 40 gets respect, but Will and Taylor enjoy outpacing his relative athletic score.
• See the “Bet the Boys Parlay” picks below.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Double Dipping:
  “If you double dip… it’s like not washing your hands after you take a number two. Like, it’s disrespectful.”
  — Will Compton [08:54]

• On Backup Quarterbacks:
  “When we had a backup QB, I was so delusional. I thought we were going to win every single game.”
  — Taylor Lewan [21:27]

• On the Tush Push:
  “I think I’m done with the tush push, man… I want to see them run. You’re too successful at the play… just get back to what looks like normal football instead of a scrum.”
  — Clay Matthews [44:15]

• On Ex-Players as Refs:
  “Make ‘em full time employees… then maybe people who understand the speed of the game…”
  — Clay Matthews [46:52]

• On Athletic Scores:
  “According to the stats, I’m better.”
  — Taylor Lewan [83:57]

Key Picks & Betting Discussion (Timestamps)

• Cardinals vs. 49ers:
  Taylor & Delaney: 49ers | Will: Cardinals [+1.5] [15:00–20:23]

• Bengals vs. Vikings:
  Taylor: Bengals | Delaney: Vikings | Will: Under 42.5, but Vikings if forced [20:32–27:20]

• Raiders vs. Commanders:
  Everyone on Commanders [-3.5], though not super confident [30:41–37:39]

• Rams vs. Eagles:
  Clay & Delaney: Eagles | Taylor & Will: Rams +3.5 [38:44–47:40]

• Lions vs. Ravens (MNF):
  Everyone picks Ravens [-5.5]; Taylor offers strong tactical Lions love but sides with Baltimore [55:38–65:08]

• Chiefs vs. Giants:
  Everyone sees the Chiefs avoiding an 0–3 hole, but Will & Taylor wary of them covering -5.5 [69:35–77:14]

"Bet The Boys Parlay" (77:25+)

• Bijan Robinson TD
• Jonathan Taylor TD
• Javonte Williams TD
• Amon-Ra St. Brown TD

Unique or Fun Moments

• Cheesehead Culture: Clay gifting Will a massive cheese wheel (06:27)
• Trash Talk: Comparing combine stats and recalling getting stuck behind on the depth chart
• Player-Officiating Jokes: Delaney would “let ‘em play” if he were a ref; Clay wants ex-pros in stripes

Final Words: Locker Room Vibes & Takeaways

The Boys aren’t just making picks—they’re offering honest, often hilarious insights from their NFL playing days. The episode stands out for its irreverent tone, depth of football IQ, and open disagreement (especially with Clay’s anti-tush push activism and betting line debates). The NFL’s “year of the backup QB” comes alive through stories and analysis. And at the end of the day, it’s all about bragging rights, ice-cold ultras, and proving someone wrong next week.

Catch the Boys next Thursday for more locker-room wisdom and laughs!

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