Bussin' With The Boys: Week 11 NFL Picks – Are The Eagles In Trouble? Chiefs vs Broncos & Is Seahawks-Rams Game Of The Year?

Date: November 13, 2025
Hosts: Will Compton, Clay Matthews, Delaney Walker (+ Jack)
Episode Theme: Week 11 NFL preview and picks, with deep dives into top matchups, team culture, betting trends, and inside player perspectives

Episode Overview

This week, the Bussin’ With The Boys squad (Clay Matthews, Delaney Walker, Will Compton, and Jack) deliver their signature blend of former player insight, humor, locker room energy, and elite banter as they break down Week 11's most intriguing NFL matchups.

The guys debate if the Eagles are in real trouble, dissect Lions-Eagles and Seahawks-Rams as possible season-defining showdowns, and analyze the Chiefs-Broncos AFC West clash. The conversation weaves through player injuries, locker room vibes, offensive/defensive schemes, key player performances, and bold bets for both casual and hardcore fans.

Standings & Opening Banter

• Clay is hurting but soldiering on: “Yes. I'm in a boot. Was I in the hospital last night till 3am because my foot hurt so bad? Yes. Is this gout? No. Did this come because of gout? Most likely.” (00:03)
• Delaney leads the standings at 5–1 last week. Clay: “If he does this three weeks in a row, he'll be above .500.” (00:38)
• Will and Clay remain even, with Clay bemoaning his 1–5 record and injuries.
• The crew debates the brutal grind of the NFL and the self-medication cycle following injuries, with Clay getting real about painkillers: “I just hate the fact that I'm taking pills. Cause I already. I just hate that.” (10:44)

Key Games & Picks

1. Chargers at Jaguars (21:02)

• Spread: Chargers –2.5 | O/U: 43.5
• Delaney: Takes the over, noting the Chargers’ offensive tempo and Jags' shaky defense: “I just think the Jaguars right now...they just a team that don't know how to win yet.” (24:54)
• Clay: On the Chargers, highlights Herbert’s rapid release and success vs. blitz teams. Chargers' resurgence is attributed to coaching: “I think Chargers culture, Harbaugh, really starts to get into gear.” (22:26)
• Will: Also takes Chargers, noting Herbert leading despite adversity, “They're four and one in their last five…He’s doing the most with as least amount as possible.” (23:23)
• Jack: Follows the group, emphasizing coaching and Herbert’s ability to win ugly.

Notable Moment:
Delaney pokes at his own newfound hot streak: “Switching up goes one to five. Last week, he's changed the whole game.” (21:10)

2. Buccaneers at Bills (26:32)

• Spread: Bills –5.5 | O/U: 47.5
• Clay: Bills, but cautiously: “This is a show me game for the Bills…Josh Allen, who's the reigning MVP, has not had the season he's wanted to have.” (29:13)
• Delaney: Takes Bills, expects a ground-heavy offense via James Cook: “The way they got in trouble last week against New England was the big plays...I think this is a game where...they're going to rely heavily on the run game...” (29:13)
• Will: Bucks +5.5! Leans on Baker Mayfield’s resilience under pressure; expects a close game and likes the matchup with Bills’ shaky run defense: “I like Baker Mayfield under pressure...If Buffalo does win, it'll be five and a half or less.” (33:39)
• Jack: Waffles but eventually sides with the Bills. Admits he’s splitting from Will’s picks to try catching up in the standings.

Notable Stats:
Delaney: “Since 2023, the Bills are 9 and 0 at the 1pm slot at home including playoffs, undefeated.” (31:58)

3. Chiefs at Broncos (38:01)

• Spread: Chiefs –3.5 | O/U: 44.5
• Will: Broncos! Points to their defense and Vance Joseph’s track record: “Chiefs favored...You know where I'm going. It's Broncos.” (38:01)
• Delaney: Picks Chiefs, but cautions that Denver’s elite defense keeps them dangerous: “But there's a real problem in Denver right now, and it's the quarterback play.” (38:51)
  Adds a wild stat: “Mahomes 8 and 1 when he’s sacked three or more times in a game.” (40:51)
• Jack: Chiefs. Sees Broncos’ record as “sus”: “8 and 2. It’s a sus 8 and 2.” (41:50)
• Clay: Chiefs and leans under, citing Broncos' struggles with turnovers and penalties: “The Broncos also...are the most penalized offense in the entire NFL. And so they're shooting themselves in the foot more than one. And if anybody knows about foot pain right now, it is me.” (44:35)

Memorable exchange:
Will: “You're a Chiefs Dick Rider though. Taylor, who you got in this game?” (42:27)

4. Lions at Eagles – Sunday Night Football (47:04)

• Spread: Eagles –2.5 | O/U: 46.5
• Big storyline: Dan Campbell takes over as Lions’ play-caller.
• Clay: Likes the Lions, sees the transition as cultural and strategic: “Dan Campbell calling plays. I like the Lions here.” (48:44)
• Delaney: Also picks Lions, criticizing Eagles’ inconsistency and the conservative approach: “They do enough to win the game. They're almost hoping their defense makes a play. But I like the Lions in this one.” (48:44)
• Jack: Backs Detroit, describes the Eagles locker room drama: “I think they have some in house situations going on, like the mom and daddy fighting and the kids can't tell nobody.” (51:31)

Notable Quotes:
Clay: “The Lions, it's. Dude, this is culture to me.” (51:31)
Delaney: “If they can get this lead and force the Eagles to try and come out of their shell, their conservative approach, it's going to be difficult for them.” (49:53)

5. Cowboys at Raiders (62:14)

• Spread: Cowboys –3.5
• Entire crew: Cowboys. Raiders get roasted: “Cowboys have an abysmal defense, but they have way more firepower on offense.” (65:18)
• Delaney: Raiders “blow it up” after this year? Mocks the team’s poor trades and lack of direction, especially Geno Smith deal.

Side story: Maxx Crosby and Aqib Talib’s podcast beef (64:04)

6. Seahawks at Rams – Game of the Week (68:33)

• Spread: Rams –3 | O/U: 48.5
• Clay: Initially leans Rams due to better ball security: “The Seahawks are just giving it away more. The Rams take care of the football better.” (71:36)
• Delaney: Picks Seattle, touts Sam Darnold’s mobility as key: “I think the advantage lies in his mobility because when you have a good pass rush...mobile quarterback against a great pass rush.” (71:49)
• Jack: Seattle as well.
• Will: On the fence, loves both rosters and wants “just an amazing game”: “You can start talking about the Lions being one of the best teams in the NFC. They already are...But to me, we're getting to watch the two best teams in the NFC right now play this weekend.” (74:27)
• Debate about MVP implications for Stafford and others.
• Playful coin flip attempt and emotional hedging over the outcome.

Memorable dialogue:
“It’s like looking in the mirror right now.” – Jack (69:20)
“Let me just bet on hope then.” – Clay (72:03)
“My hope is one of these teams is playing in the Super Bowl this year.” – Clay (74:32)

Notable Locker-Room Banter & Storylines

• Clay’s injury & pain management: Open discussion about playing through pain, hospital trips, and medication.
• Player perspectives: Tangents on defensive and offensive line play, Fitzpatrick vs. Stafford, duo running schemes, and being a special teams warrior.
• Team Culture: Persistent theme—Lions’ rise credited to culture, while Eagles’ struggles are attributed to “in-house issues” and locker-room murkiness.
• Podcast & media beefs: Maxx Crosby vs. Aqib Talib, banter about podcasters stirring up drama.
• Betting records & strategies: Recap of last week’s picks, discussion of profit boosts, and jokes about betting with or against each other.
• MVP Race talk: Stafford, Drake May, and Jonathan Taylor all discussed as candidates with “next game could change everything” energy.

Final Hot Takes ("Final Bite" Segment) (81:10)

• Clay: “Whoever wins between the Seahawks and the Rams will be the NFC representative in the Super Bowl this year.” (81:10)
• Jack: “Daniel Jones winning MVP.” (81:24)
• Delaney: “Tyler Warren is going to win Offensive Rookie of the Year.” (81:48)
• Quarterback controversy in San Francisco? Debates over whether the 49ers will stick with Mac Jones or go back to Brock Purdy once healthy. “You got to protect him who you've invested in.” – Delaney (84:10)

Timestamps for Major Segments

• Standings, injury update, banter: 00:02 – 11:58
• Chargers at Jaguars: 21:02 – 25:07
• Buccaneers at Bills: 26:32 – 35:27
• Chiefs at Broncos: 38:01 – 47:02
• Lions at Eagles: 47:04 – 56:45
• Locker-room/Special teams/life stories: 56:45 – 62:14
• Cowboys at Raiders: 62:14 – 66:04
• Seahawks at Rams (Game of the Week): 68:33 – 78:34
• Final Hot Takes (Final Bite): 81:10 – 85:01

Most Memorable Quotes

“I think the Lions have more firepower on offense. I think if they can get this lead and force the Eagles to try and come out of their shell…it’s going to be difficult for them.”
— Delaney Walker on Eagles-Lions (49:53)

“The Broncos also...are the most penalized offense in the entire NFL. And if anybody knows about foot pain right now, it is me.”
— Clay Matthews, multi-layered wit (44:35)

“I think they have some in house situations going on, like the mom and daddy fighting and the kids can't tell nobody.”
— Jack on the Eagles’ locker room (51:31)

“Whoever wins between the Seahawks and the Rams will be the NFC representative in the super bowl this year.”
— Clay Matthews, Final Bite (81:10)

Tone & Vibe

• Locker-room authentic: Equal parts insightful, irreverent, and unfiltered. Jokes fly, egos get checked, stories get real.
• Banter-driven analysis: Mixes gambling and on-field breakdowns with love/hate for various teams, players, and even each other.
• Player perspective: Discussions on injuries, culture, and X’s and O’s from guys who lived it.

In Summary

This episode is a must-listen for fans wanting both laughs and legit football analysis. The Boys spin out strong picks, hype up Detroit and Seattle, sound alarms for Philly, and bring culture, history, and humor to every NFL talking point.

Bottom line: If Week 11’s games are as entertaining as this pod, it’s going to be a hell of a Sunday.