Bussin’ w/ the Boys: Walking Away From Football, Silver Linings, Turn Plan B into Plan A | The Pivot

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As one of the first duos to take locker room talk to sports podcasting, NFL free agent Taylor Lewan and former teammate, Will Compton created Bussin’ With The Boys, a platform promoting open conversation, vulnerability and a place to share the good, the bad and ugly about life on and off the field.
With the podcast space becoming crowded and everyone starting one, talking to Taylor and Will on how they were one of the originals, how they adjust to changing times, competition and constant evolving.
Last year we had the chance to sit with Taylor during Titans playoff push and we came back to Tennessee this summer to chop it up with The Boys as both our platforms have evolved and we as men, continue to adapt to changing times professionally and personally.
This conversation is full of laughs, tough moments, misconceptions, clearing the air and sharing our own experiences that have shaped some of the choices we made on the field, with our families and our football careers.
In the midst of retiring and still playing the game we love, Taylor still wrestles with what life looks like to walk away from the game we love and how injury last year mentally affected him and the way he pulled himself through dark times to get to the other side while Will knew that it was his time to focus on making plan B plan A when he realized he was thinking more about this next phase of his life and the media opportunities fueling his passion.
Ryan shares his own journey and adjustments of dealing with pressures from others expectations and learning to focus on where his feet are before getting ahead of himself as Fred adds in some of the takeaways having this platform has helped him deal with some of the changes of routine and playing football. Channing also opens up on how he wished he approached his career a little different now as he looks back with some regrets.
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[@eanlynum9366]

“Rock hard. Tearin’ up your denim.” 😂😂😂😂

[@monolo7341]

😂😂😂😂when he said that I died

[@Kaivyosi]

Yeah...I lost it🤣

[@Sicmade8810]

Bro had me dying!!!

[@carpediem1015]

Hilarious

[@conniecon7910]

I hollered when he said that 😂😂

[@jesseshort8]

My 2 favorite podcasts in one episode. Need a yearly one. Pivot, For the Boys.

[@mutsa8]

I came to post exactly this

[@AWeezNY]

Here for it

[@april.middleton1]

My thoughts exactly

[@jerrymilling6020]

I second that

[@humble_haplo]

I agree

[@AlJones7489]

Amazing quote from Taylor, “People really don’t think about you as much as you think about you”

[@shaunadams6611]

U might as well all start a new podcast with the 5 of you guys, because the chemistry here w the Bussin boys fun/comedy is absolutely incredible!

[@kevcolli6678]

Call it locker room talk, this shit is literally like being in a nfl locker room

[@jengla24]

So much chemistry on one pod they got ESPN ready to make an offer for a show

[@keithwisdom1663]

They don't need them. KZbin has all the business New day All of those tv sports show are done These guys can say or do whatever and get paid and they own the show Mace and can is the new wave Not ESPN or skip

[@NSmith-hh1ys]

KZbin > ESPN...

[@mutsa8]

​@@keithwisdom1663 IIWII is the best. I'm right there with you my guy

[@Gwaniegwan]

Y go to espn just to get fired later I think they’ll pass, horrible take

[@SactoKevin]

ESPN blew their budgets on Pat and fired everyone else already 😂

[@anthonyhernandez2314]

Need a Shannon Sharpe episode!

[@shariffwashington1107]

Been saying that forever

[@d.green225]

We do! Also need a Jelly Roll episode

[@damianthompson41]

For sure

[@d.green225]

We also need merch cheaper than $50 a shirt....been wanting to buy one and support The Pivot. Not spending $50 on a t-shirt

[@JW-28]

No cap

[@jesstindevoe7086]

Taylor said “comparison is the thief of joy” I’ve never in my 33 years heard that and it rocked me.

[@elmztana1201]

Really, read more books . Even fiction just read more

[@rashade1621]

So I decided to play the podcast while I’m going to work out! Then Channing said “ruined her Mormonity” and I bust out laughing in the middle of a set! Almost hurt myself 😂. Gotta listen in a safe setting!

[@D_A_Marv]

He's such a fool 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@chicagotank]

that coworker or friend you want to be around

[@HezzyEastside]

Bro I grew up in AZ around Mormons and have never heard that! I was crying while driving 😂😂 had to text some buddies that one

[@treynitty689]

Taylor talking about not being able to duplicate that football feeling is 1000% accurate . Nothing like tightening the shoulder pads and making sure your socks the right length. That feeling during the kickoff right before the beginning of the game . That rush is pure, fierce and unable to be replicated !

[@jerrymilling6020]

The smell of the grass the first day of camp..memories

[@205impala]

And hot ass 2 a days man I miss that shit

[@JDub0623]

​@@205impalathe two a days... I do not miss 😅😂

[@marcusemoore4306]

That rush you get in the tunnel right before running into the field

[@hip-hopdigitaltv2106]

Exactly bro I was a hooper tho but the feelings the games give are the same the court was my sanctuary it was peace & my solace away frm the world the sound of the ball on the hardwood/screeching shoes during suicides beating on the lockers w ya brothers hyping each other up before a game the pure bliss you feel of every movement & moment in a game the cheers the whistles or even Tht fight of digging deep to get the win as a unit was something beautiful the game gave us all , great fuckin memories fellas 💪

[@woodruffv76]

Great editing……”the first story, I was 10”…….‘before you start’…..INTRO 🔥🔥😂😂

[@TheSuperduper900]

That shit was smooth

[@FaithLifeConservative]

Pivot and Bussin has one of the best Chemistry/Combinations in sports podcasts. 🇺🇲

[@DeadassPoetsSociety_DAPS]

Ryan: Before you start...beats drops...flawless execution!

[@pjoyn4038]

For the record....I tune in for Fred, Channing, Ryan, and all behind the scene. The guess are the icing on the cake. The way you interact, interview, and touch people's spirit to get them to engage you. DeMaurice Smith interview was one of the most educating interviews. Because the things he said is applicable to every walk of life. Thank you Alecia for helping with the vision. I never thought I would get "hooked" on any source of media. I am with The Pivot. Thank you all.

[@codypierce1635]

This episode is honestly the best episode of any podcast I've ever seen. Listening to you guys be real and be honest and emotional about things just changed my while mindset in life. Going thru knee surgery as well, not working and feeling less than.this shows me it's possible and real to grow and be better again. From the bottom of my heart thank you

[@sweiss117]

1:15:55 The Titans Podcast episode Taylor mentions is called “The OTP: The Making of a Friendship - Taylor Lewan and Will Compton” (I would link it but YT keeps deleting the linked comment) This pod takes place several weeks after Will gets signed and serves as almost a Bussin with the Boys origin episode. It’s a pretty dope to see the chemistry Will and Taylor have right away and how naturally good they were at podcasting!

[@Loskib_11]

Thanks to the Pivot, I started listening to Bussin last year. Now, I listen to both back to back. Great episode fellas 💪🏽

[@SbrGrendel65]

Both of these two podcasts are legit great. The way that you all can feed off each other is great.

[@MrNacoste]

I forgot my man Fred was there for a sec 😂

[@Goonbodyjay]

The collab we didnt know we needed 🔥🤌

[@justme8233]

This is going to be fun!!! The first episodes of this was hilarious!!!

[@noahpassmore6452]

I was 10😂

[@ParadiseTCG]

These are my two favorite sports podcasts. It’s definitely true that there are enough ears for everyone to succeed. I listen to every episode of both without issue, love seeing Will get his credit

[@tacotom3492]

Green light with Chris & Kyle Long is pretty good also and Raw Room with Darren Bates etc.

[@austindiaz5950]

All five of y’all boys are dropping some SERIOUS wisdom

[@noahmarshall8625]

Dude Taylor is so spot on about the ears. I have about like for sure 3 to 4 podcasts that I listen too weekly. Like I don’t miss an episode. I don’t feel like bussin competes with anyone else they’re literally looking for guys to come fit the vibe and talk shop for a couple hours. It’s why it’s so good.

[@xxiv8841]

Titan up baby! Man Taylor is my guy the real OG of the squad and will be missed! 💙❤️

[@hugh_jazznuts]

"what you, 204?" "What you say?" "204" "Yeah, I heard you the first time" 😂😂

[@bamadondon0495]

YESSSSSSS!!!!!!!!.... 2 of my Top 5 Favorite Podcasts sitting together as a collective chopping it up!! FINALLY!! This was 💯💯💯%🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@Skott.Mikel_Barbershop_talk]

These guys got such great chemistry together pause They need to pod every season... Soaking. I learned something new 😂

[@Eyedolizing]

Soggy Pictures -Taylor 😂🤣😂

[@MrJohnnyLighting]

You have to get Cam and Mase up here. Their podcast is killing it right now.

[@Hito340]

Before u start…hold up that was clean

[@bigsaleem]

To my man, Ryan Clark... you gotta let go of the Imposter Syndrome, bruh! You're a legit personality, joe! Accept and embrace it! Enjoy the success! YOU BELONG HERE!

[@ezekielmoseley3849]

You know it's a wild interview if Channing is taking the lead. 😅

[@warrenwashington609]

Morminity!! 😂😂😂

[@repone817]

We need a Kelce blend with pivot 🔥🔥🔥

[@jasonjones9462]

That would be awesome!!! And I’d love all 3 end up on all the smoke also

[@TheCultivationChannel]

Greatest intro ever 😂😂

[@hoopofficial6613]

This was the collab we alll needed! I mess with both pods heavy. Gotta run this back in a year and watch the progression from both sides. The Pivot was Bussin! "Your vision has to have direction." That's a BAR.

[@dirkasheldon]

Bussin, Pivot, and KelceBros pods are the best player pods around. Draymond is also up there, dude is really good at podcasting and just talking----would be dope if him and TB12 had a pod together lolol

[@semi6544]

I think Draymond probably has the 3rd best basketball Pod behind JJ Redick and Paul George. Ooh maybe even Pat Bev can squeeze ahead of his. Just one guy talking a lot of the time means he can't have off days. The others having at least a co-host is good.

[@HiDefTV91]

Raw Room is great too

[@andrewpacey898]

Y’all sleeping on “All the smoke” paved the way.

[@HiDefTV91]

@andrewpacey898 definitely another great 1 🫡

[@christinerivera3171]

Podcasts like this have driven me to listen and watch those I may not know but when I do, I'm more educated on the person, the work, the hustle, etc. Pivot fan for life and now a Bussin fan! Great show! Keep doing what you are doing.

[@jareddavner4381]

This is my favorite podcast show I can watch this everyday

[@jeissonhernandez8734]

We have to make sure to remind ourselves to be grateful for these guys and the content they’ve gone out of their way to provide for us 🤘🏽🙏🏽

[@stimshotgaming6082]

" Ruined Her Mormanity " 🤣🤣

[@bigsaleem]

"... ruined her Mormonity..." WTF?! 😂😂😂

[@davidcombs9289]

That was a awesome pod cast today guys up there with other great ones u all have put out

[@makepeaceu]

The podcast space has given people opportunities to really share In depth. Terry is a bright light. Go DMV!!

[@tommclain8893]

This podcast flows, no doubt one of your best Pivot. Hard to say, always entertaining, informative, compelling and fun.

[@richardislas9139]

I love both of these podcasts and a big fan of both!! So happy that they did this episode! 🙌🏽 👏🏼

[@danielordonez6528]

Before you start, CUTS RIGHT TO THE INTRO 😂😂😂😂😂 PERFECT LOL

[@d1inonly]

AYO! 😆😂🤣 "Mor-Mem-Mitty" 🤣😂😆

[@emmanuelfrias1972]

Genuine cool dudes chopping it up … phenomenal collab 👏🏾 💎

[@ronniej.]

The pivot needs a episode with Troy Polamalu next time.

[@mavaegamaga8561]

Agreed!!

[@joelane800]

The Pivot have the best intro in all of Podcasts! Hold up

[@jerryhenderson2657]

Amazing collaboration! You all should do a NFL training camp tour together!!!

[@denisegilliam5004]

This by far is in my Top 5! List! No question! I promise you! This show is the most diverse show on KZbin! Please don’t come for me! Just respect and watch! I love and support all these guys! I got a picture to prove with one of them!

[@CaraBrouder-mk6hb]

I loved this episode. The respect, the love, the shared experiences were fantastic. Humble, honest, proud, I think this describes both pods. Kudos to both the Boys and the Pivot!!!

[@justlikemike816]

“You’re jus rock hard tearin up your denim. There’s nothin better than that? Are you kidding me?” was gold 😂

[@ArloCaneCorso]

Also Channing you forgot you and Will both got your teeth 🦷 done 😂 😂 love both podcasts 💯✈️

[@rdz2030]

Taylor’s teeth had me trippin

[@rosstucker4301]

LOVED this pod! two of my favorites together!

[@christianshields7554]

Best intro so far 😂

[@colbyrich]

This is an amazing episode. I feel like I could have a drink and chat for hours with all of you. Love the banter, love the pivot, and love the boys. Well done fellas.

[@marcbrown538]

I enjoy having something to look forward to. You guys never disappoint. Keep bringing the goods, gents!

[@roberthill3703]

Two of the best podcast. It doesn't get any better than this!

[@tonsthebeast6773]

Before u start... HOLD UP!! Perfect timing

[@JoelElRican]

Im so glad that Will and Taylor were successful with their podcast. It has led to all the great player-led podcasts like New Heights and The Pivot.

[@danieltaylor9116]

Will Compton looks like young Stone Cold Steve Austin 😅😂

[@mutsa8]

FINALLY! ❤ Both these pods so much. Its like realising your two separate groups of friends are already boys

[@keljerel]

You can tell that Will Compton is one of the rare dudes that is cool with the white guys and the black guys.

[@rockyward6758]

Black dudes execute this effortlessly.. To the point you don’t have to mention it.. RC and Chann are prime examples

[@user-cc9vw4mo6g]

@@rockyward6758so do white people what’s your point

[@rockyward6758]

@@user-cc9vw4mo6g why is it pointed out that Will can if white people do it often? Dont go soft white boy on me bro.. if a white boy do it it’s noticeable

[@burksregime315]

His position

[@cdoubleyou502]

​@rockyward6758 it's definitely noticeable on both sides. Always is

[@adreday10]

the intro to the opening is gold

[@dripnshoot]

Such a great episode. Some fun conversation mixed with some deep and insightful conversation. Great chemistry between everyone as well. Excellent work ya’ll. Keep crushin it!

[@JeanpierreJr.]

Taylor got me joked 😂😂😂 “you’re lying “ 😂😂😂😂

[@andrewespinoza692]

I got hooked with BWTB from the pivot. I absolutely love seeing you guys run it back!!! Real love right there.

[@coachcoach1176]

The music kicked in right on time

[@coreylee9342]

Pivot with the Boys could be a great weekly podcast guys.

[@kingrecoilz4491]

Great podcast guys. Loved the energy here. Learned some new things and also that channing is a FREAK allegedly 😂😂. Man channing that story was wold bruh I'm still cracking up. 😂😂😂😂. Man got some action at 10 bruh like what😂😂😂😂

[@barrettgranger9139]

This was a great interview guys , great job

[@caseymorgan4659]

I didn’t know this is the episode we all needed until I watched it. They need a crossover for the ESPY’s next year or something

[@lifeabovetreeline]

The 2 best pods at the same time!!!! 🔥🙌🏼🤯

[@Andre-lj6vv]

Friendly competition!! Love it!!

[@RentonThurston1010]

all they are missing is some herb and a bottle cause this basically a conversation at the crib great episode

[@ralphdrake7742]

Bootstraps is a bumpy road. Bravo! Sustained excellence. Great ep.

[@tickc87]

That closing was great.. good people, work hard, don't hate.. and chan at chili's 😂😂

[@Romaticstyle]

Before you start and it go straight to the intro 😂

[@thomasbenline3210]

👍 this is going to be off the charts can’t wait

[@RakeshPatel-eg5vq]

Incredible conversation. Thank you for this guys.

[@leehoward5566]

Let’s go! Bussin’ With The Pivot pt.2

[@jepps369]

Lmao perfect start to the pod

[@tylercaramella2213]

NOW THIS WAS GREAT 🤣 the chemistry is top notch with this 5

[@kylebyrne8076]

Pivot, Bussin, Kelce Bros, All The Smoke and PMS all killing it

[@bencromwell707]

Another Great Podcast Episode You Guys Keep Up The Great Work💯👍

[@philadelphiabornandraised7418]

Huge pivot and bussin fan I check in on them both often . I can't wait until Ryan is free enough to let go a little . You can tell he really thinks before he speaks and can sound like a espn suit sometimes vs all the others just letting it flow

[@BhappyToday]

Awesome episode!!!!

[@jaseone]

Incredible episode! 2 of my fav podcasts in one, amazing! You all are crushing! Keep it up

[@jordanseago8817]

I'm a tier one fan from Bussin, this podcast is one of the best ones I've ever watched.

[@andrewespinoza692]

Them describing the pre game fly over gave me chills

[@dwaynetyler6281]

I don’t understand y Dey not at a million subscribers yet come on ppl the pivot deserves it let’s get des subscriber up

[@timsparkman9836]

Fantastic Show - My favorite 2 Podcast. 5 Great Human Beings. Still thing Taylors - Pivot Show way back was one of the best. Thanks Yall! The humility at the end about athletes and us normal folk was great. It's one of the main reasons I am pulled to watch these two podcasts is because the hosts played at NFL FOOTBALLS HIGHEST LEVEL and that is huge for me.

[@CinoG2G]

11/10. Will and RC are incredibly well spoken

[@ishmoose1]

Love you guys both shows rock

[@Blksupaman25]

"Bussin' w/ The Pivot" is the podcast we need bi-weekly.

[@player55pistons]

That regular moment hit hard lmao cause i got that same message from my coach.

[@edspats72]

Already the best intro 😂🤣🤣🤣