Club Shay Shay – BEST OF NFL Week 12 Part 1

Date: November 26, 2025
Host: Shannon Sharpe
Podcast: Club Shay Shay (iHeartPodcasts and Shay Shay Media)

Episode Overview

This episode is a rapid-fire, engaging recap and analysis of the biggest stories and games from NFL Week 12. Shannon Sharpe and his co-host (“Ocho”, likely Chad Johnson) break down stunning player performances, controversial coaching decisions, and major team news, all in the duo’s dynamic, unfiltered, humorous style. Highlights include Malik Nabers’ public frustration with Giants' play-calling, the abrupt firing of Raiders OC Chip Kelly, the Texans’ defensive domination, and real talk about teams trending up or down—like the Bears, Rams, Cowboys, and Eagles.

Key Segments & Discussion Points

1. Giants-Lions Overtime Drama: Malik Nabers' Frustration with Coaching

Timestamps: 02:29–12:43

• Recap: Lions beat the Giants in overtime. Jameer Gibbs exploded for a career-high 264 yards from scrimmage and 3 TDs.
• Giants interim HC Mike Kafka made a controversial 4th & goal decision, instead of kicking a field goal.
• Malik Nabers tweeted (then deleted) that the Giants’ staff were “making us lose on purpose,” calling out the playcalling.
• Shannon and Ocho discuss a shift in NFL culture: “We’re starting to see athletes publicly question their own team.” (05:20, Sharpe)
• Ocho: "I'm with Malik...Like, what are you doing?" (11:49)
• Discussion about Jameer Gibbs’ speed and explosiveness—compared to Tyreek Hill and Chris Johnson.
• “That young bull, Wandell Robinson…Boy, you showed up today. You real deal.” (05:04, Ocho)
• The importance of using common sense and trusting your defense in tight games.
• Memorable quote:
  • Sharpe: "Teams that win find ways to win. Teams that lose find ways to lose." (10:52)

2. Bears on the Rise: Caleb Williams Shines

Timestamps: 12:43–17:32

• Bears defeat a Steelers team missing Aaron Rodgers; Caleb Williams throws for 3 TDs.
• Ocho credits the pairing of Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams for the Bears’ turnaround (14:24).
• The Bears are now leading their division—a feat given recent history.
• Discussion of Bears’ strong supporting cast: D.J. Moore, Rome Odunze, two tight ends, and D’Andre Swift.
• Sharpe: “You get the right coach...this is what you get: a Bears team leading their division.” (15:06)
• Ocho: “That might be a team you don’t want to see...” in the playoffs (15:07).

3. Defensive Showcase: Texans vs. Bills

Timestamps: 21:48–33:21

• Texans edge out Bills 23-19 behind 8 sacks, 2 INTs, and a fumble recovery vs. Josh Allen.
• Analytical breakdown of the Texans’ defense:
  • "Will Anderson Jr. is about to get him a Hutchinson contract." (22:13, Sharpe)
  • Texans are number 1 in total defense, first in points allowed, top 3 in third-down D, pass, and rush defense.
• Praise for safety Kalen Bullock: “Two interceptions, forced fumble...all over the place.” (23:33, Ocho)
• Critique of Texans’ conservative late-game playcalling:
  • “What is with the goddamn conservative play calling?...Put your goddamn foot to the pedal and put the game away.” (26:02, Ocho)
• Fun banter: “The only people that didn’t get a sack was me and you and I’m in New York and you in Miami…if we’d have been in Houston, we might have could have got a half a sack together.” (25:52, Sharpe)
• Importance of trusting your best unit (defense) to win close games.

4. Breaking News: Chip Kelly Fired as Raiders OC

Timestamps: 41:07–43:55

• Abrupt firing after only 11 games as the highest-paid OC in football.
• Ocho: “Somebody got to take the fall...Offensively we can’t get nothing going.”
• Disagreement with firing OCs midseason: “Who calling plays now? We can’t learn a new offense overnight.” (41:46, Ocho)
• Criticism of misusing personnel, e.g., putting slot receiver Tucker outside: “At best he’s a good third or fourth receiver. He needs to be in the slot.” (42:30, Sharpe)
• Larger theme about NFL impatience and the risks of plugging 'gadget' college schemes into pro offenses.

5. Rams Dominate Bucs; Stafford’s Surge

Timestamps: 43:55–48:14

• Rams blow out the Bucs 34-7; Stafford posts 273 & 2 TDs. Puka and Devonte Adams star.
• Bucs’ offensive struggles after Baker Mayfield’s injury; Rams’ defensive dominance.
• Ocho marvels at the Rams’ consistent offensive identity and Stafford’s effectiveness:
  • “He didn’t even go to training camp...to come out and play like this all season.” (46:43, Ocho)
• Discussion about Rams being a serious NFC contender, alongside 49ers and Seahawks.

6. Cowboys’ Comeback vs. Eagles: Exposing Philly’s Flaws

Timestamps: 48:35–61:42

• Dallas erases a 21-0 deficit and wins on a last-second field goal.
• Shannon points to cracks in the Eagles’ formula; AJ Brown has warned that “when the defense can’t bail us out, you have to run games on Jalen Hurts’ arm.” (49:28, Sharpe)
• Lane Johnson injury (possibly season-ending Lisfranc), Eagles’ run game struggles, too many penalties (14 in the game).
• CeeDee Lamb’s headline struggles: “He caught 4 of 11 targets...he dropped a flat-out touchdown.” (55:12+, Sharpe)
• Ocho: “He being lazy with his hands and eyes...I’ve been there, but not back-to-back like this.” (55:57)
• The reality of repeating as NFC champs and evolving as defenses adjust.
• Notable insight: “If you think you’re going to win the Super Bowl like last year, you’re fooling yourself.” (61:42, Sharpe)

7. Vikings’ Offensive Woes and Quarterback Questions

Timestamps: 61:59–70:10

• Packers beat Vikings 23-6; Minnesota records only 4 yards in the second half, a low since 1991.
• Sharpe and Ocho question the Vikings’ QB play:
  • “He leaves a lot to be desired...I’m willing to give him runway, but right now, he leaves a lot to be desired.” (63:01, Sharpe)
• Talent mismatch: “You still have the same weapons Sam Darnold had last year...If you really are who you say you are based on your draft status...it’s looking like a heavy miss.” (69:14, Ocho)
• Justin Jefferson’s frustration: “It gets frustrating when they keep saying 'fixes are coming' each week, but nothing is different. It’s frustrating to lose, it’s frustrating to be up here saying the same thing every week.” (68:34, Jefferson as quoted by Sharpe)

Notable Quotes & Moments

• On coaches' questionable decisions:
  “Sometimes I think they be making us lose on purpose.” – Malik Nabers’ deleted tweet (03:18, paraphrased)
• On CeeDee Lamb’s drops:
  “I thought that was Edward Scissorhands out there.” – Shannon Sharpe (56:28)
• On Texans' pass rush:
  “The only people that didn’t get a sack was me and you and I’m in New York and you in Miami.” – Sharpe (25:52)
• On player frustration:
  “He's saying all the right things in front of the camera, but behind closed doors...that conversation is completely different.” – Ocho on Justin Jefferson (69:08)
• On necessity of evolving schemes:
  “If you think you’re going to win the Super Bowl like last year, you’re fooling yourself.” – Sharpe (61:42)

Tone & Style

Club Shay Shay offers an entertaining blend of sharp analysis, candid opinions, playful jabs, and real-life player insight. Shannon Sharpe and Ocho riff with confidence and humor, never shying from calling out poor play, questionable calls, or revealing the “real talk” behind the headlines. Listeners get genuine football expertise laced with laughter and unfiltered truth.

Summary Table of Key Segments

| Segment | Topic | Timing | |---|---|---| | 1 | Giants-Lions, Nabers’ tweet, Jameer Gibbs | 02:29–12:43 | | 2 | Bears revival, Caleb Williams | 12:43–17:32 | | 3 | Texans’ Defensive showcase vs. Bills | 21:48–33:21 | | 4 | Chip Kelly firing | 41:07–43:55 | | 5 | Rams dominate Bucs, Stafford’s impact | 43:55–48:14 | | 6 | Cowboys-Eagles, Philly’s cracks | 48:35–61:42 | | 7 | Vikings’ QB issues & Jefferson’s frustration | 61:59–70:10 |

This episode of Club Shay Shay covers Week 12’s biggest drama and delivers everything listeners expect: expert breakdowns, behind-the-scenes insight, player perspective, and plenty of laughs.