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The Tailgate

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Episodes
  • 10 NFL Players & Teams With the MOST to Prove in 2026 (Ep. 34)
    Jun 30 2026

    Which NFL players and teams have the most to prove heading into the 2026 season?

    Joe Pisapia is joined by Andrew Erickson and Pat Fitzmaurice to break down the biggest pressure situations across the league

    The crew discusses whether CJ Stroud can bounce back after a disappointing finish to last season, why Jalen Hurts and Baker Mayfield are entering pivotal years, and whether Kyler Murray can resurrect his reputation in Minnesota. They also debate which franchises are under the most pressure, including the Chiefs, Lions, Ravens, Chargers, Bears, and Buccaneers.

    Before diving into the main discussion, the guys react to the heartbreaking news surrounding Chris Johnson's ALS diagnosis and examine the latest NFL training camp buzz, including the Browns' plans for KC Concepcion, Rashid Shaheed's expanding role in Seattle, George Holani's rise, and the Jets' rookie wide receivers making noise.

    Timestamps: (May be off due to ads)

    Intro - 0:00:00

    Pristine Auction Giveaway - 0:01:51

    NFL Headlines, Chris Johnson has ALS - 0:02:19

    Camp Buzz: buy or sell? - 0:08:25

    Players With the Most to Prove - 0:16:47

    CJ Stroud - 0:17:20

    Kyler Murray - 0:20:48

    Alec Pierce - 0:29:58

    Jalen Hurts - 0:33:40

    Baker Mayfield - 0:39:22

    Teams with something to prove, Buccaneers - 0:41:32

    Baltimore Ravens - 0:42:15

    Chiefs and Lions - 0:44:03

    Chargers, Bears - 0:49:50

    Hard Rock Bet - 0:54:33

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    56 mins
  • Who Are the Most Overrated NFL Players in 2026? (Ep. 33)
    Jun 29 2026

    Joe Pisapia, Derek Brown, and Andrew Erickson don't hold anything back as they debate the league's biggest overrated stars. Is Jordan Love being overvalued after signing one of the NFL's richest quarterback contracts? Has Saquon Barkley become more hype than production? Is DK Metcalf really a true WR1? And does TJ Watt still deserve elite status?

    Before the hot takes begin, the crew also breaks down the latest headlines around George Kittle's recovery, Kyle Pitts' extension, Brenton Strange's new contract, Brandon Aiyuk's social media antics, and some intriguing fantasy football tight end sleepers for 2026.

    Plus, the episode wraps up with a hilarious debate over the most overrated tailgate foods!

    Timestamps: (May be off due to ads)

    Intro - 0:00:00

    Bijan Robinson Signed Falcons Jersey Giveaway Promo - 0:00:24

    DBro - Hairy Headshots - 0:00:42

    Headlines - Mac Jones - 0:04:29

    Camp Buzz - George Kittle - 0:08:00

    Falcons - Kyle Pitts contract extension news - 0:11:35

    Jaguars - Brenton Strange contract extension news + Joe's Favorite TE Sleeper (Strange) - 0:14:04

    Favorite Sleeper TE: Erickson - Greg Dulcich - 0:14:45

    Favorite Sleeper TE: DBro - Isaiah Likely - 0:16:07

    Brandon Aiyuk Social Media - 0:17:27

    Hard Rock Bet - 0:20:38

    Joe's Overrated Offensive Player: Jordan Love (QB - Green Bay Packers) - 0:21:55

    Erickson's Overrated Offensive Player: DK Metcalf (WR - Pittsburgh Steelers) - 0:31:27

    Dbro's Overrated Offensive Player: Saquon Barkley (RB - Philadelphia Eagles) - 0:36:54

    Joe's Overrated Defensive Player: Kayvon Thibodeaux (OLB - New York Giants) - 0:44:18

    Erickson's Overrated Defensive Player: TJ Watt (LB - Pittsburgh Steelers) - 0:46:46

    DBro's Overrated Defensive Player: DaRon Bland (CB - Dallas Cowboys) - 0:51:01

    Overrated Tailgate Food: Joe - Spinach Dip | Dbro - Lil Smokies/Pigs in a Blanket | Erickson - Salad/Veggie Platters - 0:53:35

    Tailgate Youtube Channel Promo - 0:56:47

    Outro - 0:57:13

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    58 mins
  • Dark Horse NFL MVP Candidates for 2026 + Which NFL Legends Deserved a Super Bowl Ring? (Ep. 32)
    Jun 25 2026

    Join Joe Pisapia, Derek Brown, and Andrew Erickson as they break down the quarterbacks and longshot bets they believe could crash the MVP race this year — including Trevor Lawrence, Dak Prescott, and more.

    The crew also runs through a training camp buzz lightning round, reacting to early offseason reports before closing with a fun NFL debate: If you could give one Super Bowl ring to a ringless NFL legend, who would it be?

    Timestamps: (May be off due to ads)

    Intro - 0:00:00

    Bijan Robinson Signed Falcons Jersey Promo - 0:00:35

    Headlines: Geno Smith allegations, Brendan Sorsby conclusions. - 0:01:05

    Buy or Sell this "Camp Buzz" - 0:06:55

    Hard Rock Bet - 0:15:54

    World Cup Chat - 0:17:37

    Dark Horse MVP Candidates we actually believe in - 0:20:11

    Anyone outside of QB who could grab it? - 0:40:03

    Who would you give a SB ring to if you could? - 0:43:52

    Joe: Barry Sanders - 0:44:09

    DBro: Dan Marino - 0:46:03

    Erickson: Randy Moss (+Logan Mankins Honorable Mention) - 0:49:57

    Tailgate Promo - 0:52:34

    Outro - 0:52:59

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    53 mins
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