Bussin’ With The Boys – Week 10 NFL Picks

Episode Date: November 6, 2025
Hosts: Taylor Lewan, Will Compton, Clay Matthews, Delaney “The Mule” Walker
Main Theme: Week 10 NFL picks, trade deadline reactions, MVP race, and locker room banter among NFL veterans.

Episode Overview

This episode of Bussin’ With The Boys is the ultimate hangout for NFL fans as the hosts dig into Week 10 of the season. Taylor Lewan, Will Compton, Clay Matthews, and Delaney Walker discuss their pick’ems records, break down the pivotal matchups, debate trade deadline chaos, and sink their teeth into hot-button questions about weekly betting and MVP candidates. The locker room energy is high, with jabs, inside jokes, and plenty of memorable stories.

Standings & Opening Banter

Timestamps: 00:00–04:00

• The hosts begin with playful trash talk about their pick records.

  • Clay, Taylor, and Will all sit at 27-27, while Delaney is trailing at 20-34.
  • The conversation teases the idea of “relegating” Delaney from future shows because of his poor picks, joking that viewers should “fade” his choices for a winning record.

    “That’s a winning year though…for faders.” – Delaney Walker (04:41) “Delaney, come to be entertained by the Mule. Fade all his picks.” – Taylor (04:46)

• Early locker room camaraderie and inside jokes set the tone for the episode, including storytime with Delaney's attempted prank about meeting a Titans’ front office member named "Nadia."

  • The prank doesn’t land as expected, leading to self-deprecating humor.

    “Hey, that’s reflective of your record this year.” – Taylor (07:43)

Trade Deadline Fireworks

Timestamps: 13:45–18:00

• The boys pivot to trade deadline chaos in the NFL.

• Discussion on the Jets’ blockbuster moves, collecting first-round picks, and cleaning house.

  “Jets are like, we’re getting this first overall pick. I kind of love what the Jets did.” – Will Compton (14:11) “Four first-round picks next year, you just sell apart.” – Taylor (14:14)

• Debate over team-building philosophies: “Go all-in” (à la Rams) vs “collect picks and build.”

• Deep dive into defensive player trades, the Jets focusing on a culture reset, and worries about integrating talent quickly.

NFL Week 10 Game Breakdown

Ravens @ Vikings

Timestamps: 18:00–23:00

• Most hosts initially lean Ravens, citing Lamar Jackson’s effectiveness against blitz-heavy teams and Vikings’ inconsistent offense.

  “Lamar Jackson has the highest success rate against the blitz…And who blitzes the third most? The Vikings.” – Taylor (21:22)

• Clay is tempted by the Vikings’ homefield energy and “Skol” atmosphere, ultimately flipping to Vikings +4.5.

  “Give me Vikings +4.5.” – Clay (22:34)

Jaguars @ Texans

Timestamps: 25:39–30:10

• The panel is divided, but most believe it’ll be a gritty, low-scoring contest.

  “Personally, I kind of love the under here…parlayed with Texans money line.” – Will (27:22)

• Taylor emphasizes the Texans’ defense and Jaguars’ inconsistency.

  “The quarterback is the part that scares me…my most confident bet is the under 38.5.” – Taylor (28:23)

• Delaney opts for the Jaguars, saying their defense is ascending.

  “Man, the Jaguars’ defense is getting better week by week…” – Delaney (29:38)

Rams @ 49ers

Timestamps: 30:16–34:41

• Clay is bullish on the Rams’ recent offensive surge and discipline, picking the Rams.
• Delaney, usually a 49ers fan, switches due to the Rams’ “offensive firepower.”

  “I really don’t want to go against the 49ers, but I’m gonna have to take these Rams.” – Delaney (33:54)

• Will and Taylor hedge, predicting a close game but betting on Niners to cover.

  “I’ll take the Niners plus three and a half…It’ll come down to a field goal.” – Will (34:19)

Steelers @ Chargers

Timestamps: 34:49–39:34

• Concerns over Chargers’ battered O-line; Steelers’ defense surging after shutting down Colts.

  “The Steelers have the recipe to be successful…” – Taylor (36:08)

• Will and Taylor both like Steelers to cover.

  “I like the Steelers here...I like them hearing the noise.” – Will (37:56)

• Clay notes the Steelers’ lack of wide receiver depth, wishes they’d kept building around Aaron Rodgers.
• Delaney is the lone voice picking the Chargers, citing “Herbert’s moxie.”

  “Justin Herbert, top five quarterback…he’s some dual threat.” – Delaney (39:39)

Eagles @ Packers

Timestamps: 46:47–53:22

• Green Bay favored (-2.5), but Taylor and Will both back the Eagles, noting their consistency and the effect of rest following their bye.

  “You trust the Eagles offense more than the Packers offense.” – Will (52:13)

• Clay leans with the Packers at home, expecting a rebound.
• Delaney chooses the Under 44.5, citing “a great feeling” about a low-scoring grind.

  “I’m actually taking the under 44 and a half. I got a great feeling.” – Delaney (46:56)

Patriots @ Buccaneers

Timestamps: 55:48–60:43

• Will is riding the Patriots and rookie QB Drake May’s MVP surge (“Patriots money line!”).

  “Drake May continues to elevate his MVP run...I’m taking Patriots money line against the Buccaneers.” – Will (55:48)

• Clay and Taylor side with the Bucs and Baker Mayfield, highlighting the bye week for Tampa and Mayfield’s resilience.

  “He’s a fucking gamer...they’re playing awesome football.” – Taylor (59:26)

• Delaney shouts out the Patriots’ “Vrabel culture,” but seems torn.

  “That Vrabel culture, man. He’s the type of coach you sell out for.” – Delaney (57:45)

Memorable Quotes & Locker Room Moments

• Delaney’s “Nadia” Titans prank flops, tying into his losing pick record.
  00:44–07:47

  “That was a good try. That’s reflective of your record this year.” – Taylor Lewan

• Clay presents a Trojan helmet and a mistakenly delivered O.J. Simpson jersey to Will, igniting friendly college trash talk.
  09:28–12:34

  “Most people call Penn State linebacker U, but we all know USC is linebacker U…” – Clay Matthews (10:07)

• The boys riff on the infamous “tush push” and officiating controversy.

  “They need to call us now. I mean, that tush push where…he took the ball away.” – Clay (61:55)

MVP Race & Hot Takes

Timestamps: 39:39–43:59

• Hosts debate MVP candidates: Josh Allen, Drake May, Stafford, Sam Darnold, and Justin Herbert all get love.

  “There's like legit five people who could separate themselves and win this thing…the top six in odds right now…” – Clay Matthews (41:13)

• The case is made for Jonathan Taylor as a dark-horse offensive player.

• Will:

  “If you take the names away…the quarterbacks for the Rams, Patriots, Seahawks, they’re all playing better football.” (42:33–43:15)

Final Bite: Hot Takes & Storylines

Timestamps: 65:22–68:04

• Taylor: “NFC East is over…It’s the Eagles from here on out. Do I love it? No. Is it just what’s going to happen? Yes. Not personal, just business.” (66:16)
• Will: “Steelers remain at the top of the north…Steelers go out to L.A., upset the Chargers.” (66:55)
• Clay: “USC probably not playing…maybe in that large bid in the playoffs. Possibly a 12 seed.” (67:26)
• Delaney: “Double cheeseburger, no pickles. Add Mac sauce…It’s the best, bro.” (67:48)

Bet the Boys Parlay

Timestamps: 63:09–65:12

• Jameer Gibbs (TD vs Washington)
• Kamani Vidal (TD vs Steelers)
• Jalen Hurts (Anytime TD)
• Rico Dowdle (TD vs Saints)

“Let’s win this week, and let’s also finish up with the final segment sponsored by McDonald’s Golden Margins.” – Taylor Lewan (65:12)

Overall Tone & Vibe

• The episode is a seamless blend of sharp NFL analysis and boyish banter.
• Frequent off-topic but hilarious asides (“You know what a girl’s best friend is? Not diamonds…her lawyers.”)
• A heavy dose of inside jokes, good-spirited ribbing, and personal stories—making listeners feel like family on the bus.

Quick Reference: Game Picks & Notables

| Game | Taylor | Will | Clay | Delaney | |----------------------|--------------|--------------|-------------|-------------| | Ravens @ Vikings | Ravens -4.5 | Ravens -4.5 | Vikings +4.5| Ravens | | Jaguars @ Texans | Under 38.5 | Texans -1.5 | Texans | Jaguars | | Rams @ 49ers | Rams -3 | Niners +3.5 | Rams | Rams | | Steelers @ Chargers | Steelers | Steelers | Steelers | Chargers | | Eagles @ Packers | Eagles | Eagles | Packers | Under 44.5 | | Patriots @ Bucs | Bucs -2.5 | Patriots ML | Bucs -2.5 | Vrabel Culture toss-up|

For New Listeners

If you missed the episode, you’ll get sharp insights, bold predictions, MVP debates, and enough gags and pranks to keep things spicy. Whether you’re here for the picks, the locker room stories, or just to fade Delaney’s bets, the boys don’t disappoint.

"Big hugs, tiny kisses, if you followed this long." – Taylor Lewan (68:06)