Recorded: March 31, 2025 On this episode of Bussin’ With The Boys, Will Compton and Taylor Lewan sit down with Luke Kuechly—NFL legend, Carolina Panthers icon, and one of the greatest linebackers to ever play the game. Known for his elite football IQ and instinctual play, Luke opens up about his early retirement from the NFL due to multiple concussions, giving raw and honest insight into the toll the game can take. As well as his time playing with superstars Cam Newton, and Christian McCaffrey. Before the interview with Luke, Will and Taylor react to the news from the NFL owners meetings that they will vote on a potential ban of the Tush Push, popularized by the Philadelphia Eagles en route to their Super Bowl victory over the Kansas City Chiefs last season. The conversation starts with Luke’s early love for football and the moment he knew the sport was his calling. He shares why he chose Boston College, what made it feel like the right fit, and what it was like training at IMG Academy alongside top-tier talent leading up to the NFL Draft. Luke gives a behind-the-scenes look at his NFL Combine experience and the emotions surrounding his draft day with the Carolina Panthers. From rookie-year adjustments and getting "Mossed" by Julio Jones to a hilarious story about not owning a TV, Luke keeps it real with the boys. He reflects on the veteran linebackers who mentored him and how they shaped his mental and physical approach to the game. Luke and Will also break down some of his most iconic plays in the NFL, offering a deep dive into how he could seemingly read quarterbacks' minds and always be one step ahead. Big hugs and some tiny lil kisses! TIMESTAMP CHAPTERS 0:00 Intro 9:09 Yankees Vortex Bats 13:37 March Madness Final Four 25:25 NFL Ban The Tush Push? 32:38 Luke Kuechly Preview 38:06 LUKE KUECHLY INTERVIEW STARTS 39:54 When Did He Want To Play Football? 41:53 Why Boston College?  47:19 When Was The NFL A Thought? 53:22 LB's He Got Drafted With 56:27 Combine Training At IMG 58:58 Luke's NFL Combine Experience 1:10:50 Rookie Year In Carolina 1:11:47 Getting Mossed By Julio 1:17:56 Was It True He Didn't Have A TV? 1:20:13 The Linebackers He Played With As A Rookie 1:24:52 The Origin Of Calling Out Plays 1:29:30 His Weekly Film Routine 1:43:20 Losing Super Bowl 50 1:44:01 Will’s Favorite Game Of Luke’s 1:50:40 Guys He Played With In Carolina 2:01:03 Learning How To Play After Head Injuries  2:09:50 The Thought Of Retirement  2:16:36 Scouting For The Panthers 2:20:25 What Was Next After Football?  2:28:08 His Other Hobbies Outside Of Football 2:30:13 Bud Light: What Would You Do Anything For? 2:32:09 Speaking To Vanderbilt  2:33:17 Playing With Christian McCaffrey 2:37:48 Best LB's In The League 2:38:55 If Not Boston College, Where Else? ----- Get on the bus with NFL players Will Compton & Taylor Lewan! The Boys are letting you in on their hilarious, high-energy (and often heartfelt) conversations. Topics range from exclusive stories to active player perspectives to out-of-left-field hot takes on things you and your friends only discuss behind closed doors. Sometimes they chat with a guest, sometimes it's just the two of them, but it's always a good time when you're Bussin' With The Boys. And yes, this is the podcast where Mike Vrabel said he'd cut his piece off for a Super Bowl. ----- FOLLOW THE BOYS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bussinwtb/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BussinWTB Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BussinWTB/ LISTEN iTunes: http://bit.ly/BWTB_Apple Spotify: http://bit.ly/BWTB_Spotify ----- SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS FanDuel: Sign Up for FanDuel: fanduel.com/bussin Check out FanDuel Promos: https://sportsbook.fanduel.com/promotions Must be 21+ and present in select states (for Kansas, in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino) or 18+ and present in D.C. First online real money wager only. $10 first deposit required. Bonus issued as non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire 7 days after receipt. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG. Call 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat in Connecticut, or visit mdgamblinghelp.org in Maryland. Hope is here. Visit GamblingHelpLineMA.org or call (800) 327-5050 for 24/7 support in Massachusetts or call 1-877-8HOPE-NY or text HOPENY in New York. Bud Light: Easy to Drink. Easy to Enjoy. Stock up now on Bud Light! https://www.budlight.com/locator NUTRL: Real Vodka. Real Juice. Real Tasty. Find NÜTRL near you at https://nutrlusa.com/find-product TikTok: Learn more about TikTok’s contribution to the U.S. economy at https://tiktokeconomicimpact.com/ ----- #BussinWithTheBoys #camnewton #lukekuechly