Club Shay Shay: Deebo & Joe – TNF Reaction: Seahawks Take Down Rams in OT

Podcast: Club Shay Shay
Episode: TNF REACTION: Sam Darnold & Seahawks TAKE DOWN Matthew Stafford & Rams in OT
Date: December 19, 2025
Hosts: James "Deebo" Harrison & Joe
Note: Episode focused primarily on analyzing the Thursday Night Football game between the Seahawks and the Rams, with additional NFL commentary, injury stories, and some off-topic banter.

Episode Overview

This episode features Deebo and Joe's dynamic and unfiltered reaction to a wild Thursday Night Football matchup: the Seattle Seahawks' dramatic overtime win against the Los Angeles Rams. The hosts break down critical moments, questionable decisions, and individual performances, while providing in-depth football analysis from a player's perspective. The episode also dives into broader NFL topics, including playoff implications, coaching choices, injury stories, and even touches on boxing with a Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua debate.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Personal Banter & Opener

Deebo and Joe open with light teasing about age and graying beards, setting a playful and candid tone.
- Memorable moment:
  - Joe: "You look like you just had a little work... your grays is popping off in your beard a little more than they normally [do]." (03:35)
  - Deebo, laughing: "Disrespectful. I told you this was a no-die December!" (03:55)
Anecdote about Deebo’s son joking about becoming a young father, leading into a spirited chat about "fighting father time."
- Deebo: "I ain't being the granddad. I'm already over here dying grays." (05:27)

2. Game Flow Analysis: Seahawks vs. Rams

Rams' Aggressive Start (06:11–07:30)

Rams played with heavy aggression, running the ball five of the first six plays, going for it on 4th-and-short.
- Joe: "Super aggressive off the rip. Loved it. Went for fourth down two times. 10 plays, 32 yards, five minutes." (07:31)
- But came up empty: "Great drive, consistent... but you don't get nothing out of it." (07:40)

Seahawks' Quick Response (07:44–08:17)

Seattle counters with a big play—play-action and a throwback screen for 46 yards, leading to an early touchdown.
- Joe: "The throwback screen. Beautiful setup, dude. ...Walker and Shoban, they was toting that pill." (08:00–08:13)

Rams Passing Attack, Big Moments for Puka Nacua (08:45–10:53)

Highlighting Puka Nacua's toughness and productivity.
- Joe: "Puka was going hard. Puka's not a small dude either. You're gonna have to bring your lunch pail." (08:31)
Stafford’s arm angles & accuracy praised.
- Joe: "Stafford was throwing them balls... those dig routes and going through the middle... beautiful." (10:30)
Missed opportunities: Stafford missing Nacua for a potential TD.
- Deebo: "But then he missed him on that second down where he could have got that touchdown." (10:49)
Red Zone Struggles:
Touchdown nullified by penalty, Rams settle for field goals.
- Joe: "Illegal man downfield... whatever happens, they called the flag." (09:28)

Momentum Shifts: Defense and Special Teams (11:45–13:54)

Rams' defense forces Seattle three-and-out; Turner making impact plays.
Fumble at critical moment: Rams’ Coop loses the ball after a big gain, swinging momentum just before halftime.
- Deebo: "Coop is taking off down the field and he fumbles... helmet right on that pill." (13:47)
Halftime: Rams ahead 13–7

Explosive Second Half (14:16–18:44)

Seahawks hit a 55-yard TD run (Walker).
Rams keep hitting deep balls, especially to Puka Nacua, tallying up huge yardage (224+ receiving yards).
- Joe: "If he ever had a one on one out of control, you had to double him! ...Puka, bro, was just..." (18:02)
Seattle starts mounting a furious comeback with big special teams and aggressive play-calling.

Fourth Quarter Comeback & Overtime Drama (19:08–37:21)

Seattle's comeback fueled by special teams: Rasheed Shaheed runs back a punt for TD (20:16).
- "That's the best acquisition of free agency... he's a playmaker." (20:16)
Aggressive two-point conversion calls and clutch offensive drives.
Notable back-and-forth about the wild sequence of two-point conversions and a "backwards pass" call that led to a game-tying conversion.
- Deebo: "They look at it... they say it was a backwards pass. ... At first I was like, that's BS. But ... the slow mo thing, I do see the ball coming back." (24:33–24:51)
OT: Both sides trade possessions, Rams take a 37–30 lead, but under new OT rules, Seahawks respond.
Walk-off moment: Sam Darnold hits JSN for the winner, then they go for two and get it with a crafty play design.
- Joe: "He's lulling you to sleep... holding you off, holding you off, blocking, then zoomed up—in the endzone. That's a great offensive play." (31:45–33:21)
Final: Seahawks win 38–37 in OT.

3. Game Themes & Takeaways

Aggression & Situational Football

Both teams’ aggressive playcalling, especially on 4th down, was heavily discussed and praised—even if results were mixed.
- "Those were two good football teams playing versus each other." (33:39)
Rams lose despite 16-point 4th quarter lead; hosts agree blame is split between special teams and defense.
- Deebo: "Special teams and defense... You up by 16 points dude, in the fourth quarter... you have to close that out." (34:08)
Missed field goal, turnovers, and failed red zone efficiency keep Rams from sealing the game.

Player Performances

Puka Nacua’s monster game (224+ yards) highlighted as a "can’t-guard" night.
Matthew Stafford's strong, if imperfect, performance: huge yardage but missed some chances.
Sam Darnold’s composure in big moments—all eyes on the young Seahawks QB.

Coaching Decisions and Officiating

Hosts discuss controversial calls and officiating consistency on "man downfield" and two-point conversions, with grudging acceptance of replay reviews.

4. Around the NFL: Steelers & Browns Preview (39:34–52:01)

Pittsburgh Steelers Talk (39:34–44:58)

Deebo details what the Steelers must do to slow Detroit—priority on stopping the run, keeping Jared Goff in tough situations, and not letting up on defense.
- "Defense, we need to stop the run. We cannot let Gibbs or Montgomery get started with any level of success." (40:07)
- Joe emphasizes defense “doing your 1/11th” and gap integrity.

Cleveland Browns & Shador Preview (48:05–52:01)

Discussion about Browns’ rookie QB Shador facing Buffalo's top passing defense.
- Joe: "I need them to keep Shador ahead of the sticks... we don’t have the firepower at receiver or tight end to just have him drop back and throw all day." (48:59)
- Emphasis on ball control, running game, and not forcing passes.

5. Other Topics & Rapid Fire Segments

Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua Debate (52:02–58:13)

Spirited discussion about the credibility of Jake Paul’s boxing challenges and the authenticity of knock-out clauses in contracts.
- Joe: "I just don't think Jake Paul is ready for the real professional heavyweight champions like Anthony Joshua." (53:02)
- Both hosts joke about reaching out to their (celebrity) contacts to see what’s actually in the contracts.

Fan Q&A and Personal History (61:28–64:41)

Viewers submit "super chat" questions:
- Biggest career regrets: Both wish they'd invested in physical therapy and health earlier.
- Worst injuries: Joe details a concussion and double sports hernia, Deebo recounts a grueling back injury—two surgeries in nine days during a playoff run.
  - Deebo: "Played the last 14 weeks with my discs in my back, like, bulging..." (62:49)
Birthday shoutout to fan “Covenant Life Back” (64:52)

NFL Pick ‘Em (Pride App segment) (58:18–61:28)

Deebo and Joe share their player picks (A.J. Brown, Saquon Barkley, Jordan Love, Josh Allen) for the week, agree on “playing” rather than “fading” the selections.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

"Puka was going hard. Puka's not a small dude... you gotta bring your lunch pail." – Joe (08:31)
"Dude, Seattle's good, bro. ... now looking back, I'm like, yeah, they're actually very, very, very good." – Deebo (33:26)
"Special teams and defense... You up by 16 points dude, in the fourth quarter... you have to close that out." – Deebo (34:08)
"If they would have lost, they could have been looking crazy. But shit, if it was the fifth, we'd all be drunk and they came out that joint." – Joe on Seahawks' gutsy calls (37:39)
"Played that whole season... with my discs in my back... I had twice where I was getting epidurals, dude, on a Saturday to play Sunday." – Deebo on injuries (62:48)

Timestamps for Key Segments

| Segment/Event | Timestamp | |------------------------------------------------------------|:-------------:| | Playful banter about aging, fatherhood, and grays | 03:23–06:04 | | Rams’ opening drive and aggression | 06:08–07:39 | | Seattle's explosive play & early TD | 07:44–08:17 | | Puka Nacua highlight reel | 08:31–10:53 | | Red zone struggles, flags | 09:28–09:42 | | Defensive/special teams turning points | 11:45–13:54 | | Seahawks’ big 55-yard TD in 2nd half | 14:16–14:24 | | Fourth quarter comeback, special teams TD | 19:08–21:03 | | Crazy two-point conversion—replay review | 24:32–24:54 | | OT drama: JSN game-winner & two-point conversion | 30:31–33:26 | | Post-game blame analysis: special teams vs defense | 34:08–35:12 | | Steelers/Lions preview (Deebo’s defensive keys) | 39:34–44:58 | | Browns/Bills preview: Shador’s challenge | 48:41–52:01 | | Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua debate | 52:02–58:18 | | Pride App Pick 'Em segment | 58:18–61:28 | | Fan Q&A: career, injuries | 61:28–64:41 | | Birthday & “Live from St. Lucia” banter | 64:07–65:31 |

Conclusion

This episode is a must-listen for fans who crave inside-the-huddle analysis, laugh-out-loud banter, and a no-nonsense take on football’s finest and strangest moments. Deebo and Joe bring both expertise and personality—peppering sharp breakdowns of Rams-Seahawks with stories from their playing days, direct answers to fan questions, and passionate mini-debates that go well beyond the box score.

For those who missed the episode, you’ll come away with:

A clear understanding of the game’s narrative arc and pivotal plays
Strong opinions on what it takes to close out games in the NFL
Respect for the personal and physical journeys of two football vets
A few good laughs and some locker room wisdom

Club Shay Shay: Deebo & Joe – TNF Reaction: Seahawks Take Down Rams in OT

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Personal Banter & Opener

Deebo and Joe open with light teasing about age and graying beards, setting a playful and candid tone.
- Memorable moment:
  - Joe: "You look like you just had a little work... your grays is popping off in your beard a little more than they normally [do]." (03:35)
  - Deebo, laughing: "Disrespectful. I told you this was a no-die December!" (03:55)
Anecdote about Deebo’s son joking about becoming a young father, leading into a spirited chat about "fighting father time."
- Deebo: "I ain't being the granddad. I'm already over here dying grays." (05:27)

2. Game Flow Analysis: Seahawks vs. Rams

Rams' Aggressive Start (06:11–07:30)

Rams played with heavy aggression, running the ball five of the first six plays, going for it on 4th-and-short.
- Joe: "Super aggressive off the rip. Loved it. Went for fourth down two times. 10 plays, 32 yards, five minutes." (07:31)
- But came up empty: "Great drive, consistent... but you don't get nothing out of it." (07:40)

Seahawks' Quick Response (07:44–08:17)

Seattle counters with a big play—play-action and a throwback screen for 46 yards, leading to an early touchdown.
- Joe: "The throwback screen. Beautiful setup, dude. ...Walker and Shoban, they was toting that pill." (08:00–08:13)

Rams Passing Attack, Big Moments for Puka Nacua (08:45–10:53)

Highlighting Puka Nacua's toughness and productivity.
- Joe: "Puka was going hard. Puka's not a small dude either. You're gonna have to bring your lunch pail." (08:31)
Stafford’s arm angles & accuracy praised.
- Joe: "Stafford was throwing them balls... those dig routes and going through the middle... beautiful." (10:30)
Missed opportunities: Stafford missing Nacua for a potential TD.
- Deebo: "But then he missed him on that second down where he could have got that touchdown." (10:49)
Red Zone Struggles:
Touchdown nullified by penalty, Rams settle for field goals.
- Joe: "Illegal man downfield... whatever happens, they called the flag." (09:28)

Momentum Shifts: Defense and Special Teams (11:45–13:54)

Rams' defense forces Seattle three-and-out; Turner making impact plays.
Fumble at critical moment: Rams’ Coop loses the ball after a big gain, swinging momentum just before halftime.
- Deebo: "Coop is taking off down the field and he fumbles... helmet right on that pill." (13:47)
Halftime: Rams ahead 13–7

Explosive Second Half (14:16–18:44)

Seahawks hit a 55-yard TD run (Walker).
Rams keep hitting deep balls, especially to Puka Nacua, tallying up huge yardage (224+ receiving yards).
- Joe: "If he ever had a one on one out of control, you had to double him! ...Puka, bro, was just..." (18:02)
Seattle starts mounting a furious comeback with big special teams and aggressive play-calling.

Fourth Quarter Comeback & Overtime Drama (19:08–37:21)

Seattle's comeback fueled by special teams: Rasheed Shaheed runs back a punt for TD (20:16).
- "That's the best acquisition of free agency... he's a playmaker." (20:16)
Aggressive two-point conversion calls and clutch offensive drives.
Notable back-and-forth about the wild sequence of two-point conversions and a "backwards pass" call that led to a game-tying conversion.
- Deebo: "They look at it... they say it was a backwards pass. ... At first I was like, that's BS. But ... the slow mo thing, I do see the ball coming back." (24:33–24:51)
OT: Both sides trade possessions, Rams take a 37–30 lead, but under new OT rules, Seahawks respond.
Walk-off moment: Sam Darnold hits JSN for the winner, then they go for two and get it with a crafty play design.
- Joe: "He's lulling you to sleep... holding you off, holding you off, blocking, then zoomed up—in the endzone. That's a great offensive play." (31:45–33:21)
Final: Seahawks win 38–37 in OT.

3. Game Themes & Takeaways

Aggression & Situational Football

Both teams’ aggressive playcalling, especially on 4th down, was heavily discussed and praised—even if results were mixed.
- "Those were two good football teams playing versus each other." (33:39)
Rams lose despite 16-point 4th quarter lead; hosts agree blame is split between special teams and defense.
- Deebo: "Special teams and defense... You up by 16 points dude, in the fourth quarter... you have to close that out." (34:08)
Missed field goal, turnovers, and failed red zone efficiency keep Rams from sealing the game.

Player Performances

Puka Nacua’s monster game (224+ yards) highlighted as a "can’t-guard" night.
Matthew Stafford's strong, if imperfect, performance: huge yardage but missed some chances.
Sam Darnold’s composure in big moments—all eyes on the young Seahawks QB.

Coaching Decisions and Officiating

Hosts discuss controversial calls and officiating consistency on "man downfield" and two-point conversions, with grudging acceptance of replay reviews.

4. Around the NFL: Steelers & Browns Preview (39:34–52:01)

Pittsburgh Steelers Talk (39:34–44:58)

Deebo details what the Steelers must do to slow Detroit—priority on stopping the run, keeping Jared Goff in tough situations, and not letting up on defense.
- "Defense, we need to stop the run. We cannot let Gibbs or Montgomery get started with any level of success." (40:07)
- Joe emphasizes defense “doing your 1/11th” and gap integrity.

Cleveland Browns & Shador Preview (48:05–52:01)

Discussion about Browns’ rookie QB Shador facing Buffalo's top passing defense.
- Joe: "I need them to keep Shador ahead of the sticks... we don’t have the firepower at receiver or tight end to just have him drop back and throw all day." (48:59)
- Emphasis on ball control, running game, and not forcing passes.

5. Other Topics & Rapid Fire Segments

Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua Debate (52:02–58:13)

Spirited discussion about the credibility of Jake Paul’s boxing challenges and the authenticity of knock-out clauses in contracts.
- Joe: "I just don't think Jake Paul is ready for the real professional heavyweight champions like Anthony Joshua." (53:02)
- Both hosts joke about reaching out to their (celebrity) contacts to see what’s actually in the contracts.

Fan Q&A and Personal History (61:28–64:41)

Viewers submit "super chat" questions:
- Biggest career regrets: Both wish they'd invested in physical therapy and health earlier.
- Worst injuries: Joe details a concussion and double sports hernia, Deebo recounts a grueling back injury—two surgeries in nine days during a playoff run.
  - Deebo: "Played the last 14 weeks with my discs in my back, like, bulging..." (62:49)
Birthday shoutout to fan “Covenant Life Back” (64:52)

NFL Pick ‘Em (Pride App segment) (58:18–61:28)

Deebo and Joe share their player picks (A.J. Brown, Saquon Barkley, Jordan Love, Josh Allen) for the week, agree on “playing” rather than “fading” the selections.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

"Puka was going hard. Puka's not a small dude... you gotta bring your lunch pail." – Joe (08:31)
"Dude, Seattle's good, bro. ... now looking back, I'm like, yeah, they're actually very, very, very good." – Deebo (33:26)
"Special teams and defense... You up by 16 points dude, in the fourth quarter... you have to close that out." – Deebo (34:08)
"If they would have lost, they could have been looking crazy. But shit, if it was the fifth, we'd all be drunk and they came out that joint." – Joe on Seahawks' gutsy calls (37:39)
"Played that whole season... with my discs in my back... I had twice where I was getting epidurals, dude, on a Saturday to play Sunday." – Deebo on injuries (62:48)

Timestamps for Key Segments

Conclusion

For those who missed the episode, you’ll come away with:

A clear understanding of the game’s narrative arc and pivotal plays
Strong opinions on what it takes to close out games in the NFL
Respect for the personal and physical journeys of two football vets
A few good laughs and some locker room wisdom

Deebo & Joe - TNF REACTION: Sam Darnold & Seahawks TAKE DOWN Matthew Stafford & Rams in OT

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Summary

Club Shay Shay: Deebo & Joe – TNF Reaction: Seahawks Take Down Rams in OT

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Personal Banter & Opener

2. Game Flow Analysis: Seahawks vs. Rams

Rams' Aggressive Start (06:11–07:30)

Seahawks' Quick Response (07:44–08:17)

Rams Passing Attack, Big Moments for Puka Nacua (08:45–10:53)

Momentum Shifts: Defense and Special Teams (11:45–13:54)

Explosive Second Half (14:16–18:44)

Fourth Quarter Comeback & Overtime Drama (19:08–37:21)

3. Game Themes & Takeaways

Aggression & Situational Football

Player Performances

Coaching Decisions and Officiating

4. Around the NFL: Steelers & Browns Preview (39:34–52:01)

Pittsburgh Steelers Talk (39:34–44:58)

Cleveland Browns & Shador Preview (48:05–52:01)

5. Other Topics & Rapid Fire Segments

Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua Debate (52:02–58:13)

Fan Q&A and Personal History (61:28–64:41)

NFL Pick ‘Em (Pride App segment) (58:18–61:28)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Timestamps for Key Segments

Conclusion

Summary

Club Shay Shay: Deebo & Joe – TNF Reaction: Seahawks Take Down Rams in OT

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Personal Banter & Opener

2. Game Flow Analysis: Seahawks vs. Rams

Rams' Aggressive Start (06:11–07:30)

Seahawks' Quick Response (07:44–08:17)

Rams Passing Attack, Big Moments for Puka Nacua (08:45–10:53)

Momentum Shifts: Defense and Special Teams (11:45–13:54)

Explosive Second Half (14:16–18:44)

Fourth Quarter Comeback & Overtime Drama (19:08–37:21)

3. Game Themes & Takeaways

Aggression & Situational Football

Player Performances

Coaching Decisions and Officiating

4. Around the NFL: Steelers & Browns Preview (39:34–52:01)

Pittsburgh Steelers Talk (39:34–44:58)

Cleveland Browns & Shador Preview (48:05–52:01)

5. Other Topics & Rapid Fire Segments

Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua Debate (52:02–58:13)

Fan Q&A and Personal History (61:28–64:41)

NFL Pick ‘Em (Pride App segment) (58:18–61:28)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Timestamps for Key Segments

Conclusion