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Episodes
Ryan Wormeli, Andrew Erickson, and Derek Brown break down the biggest NFL training camp overreactions, news, injuries, ADP risers, and fantasy football takeaways on The Tailgate.
The crew reacts to Stefon Diggs signing with Washington and what it means for Jayden Daniels, Terry McLaurin, Chig Okonkwo, Antonio Williams, and the Commanders' offense. They also discuss Zay Flowers’ massive contract extension, why he could make a ...
The 2026 NFL season is almost here, and it's time to look beyond the obvious Super Bowl favorites.
Chris Welsh, Andrew Erickson and Derek Brown break down five legitimate dark horse Super Bowl contenders for 2026, including the Detroit Lions, Cincinnati Bengals, Denver Broncos, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints. Which teams are truly capable of making a d...
Find out which teams' shot at a Lombardi Trophy could be shattered by injuries and unforeseen circumstances. Join Chris Welsh, Andrew Erickson and Derek Brown for their Mt. Rushmore of the NFL's most fragile Super Bowl contenders and most controversial takes!
Could the San Francisco 49ers' season collapse before it even gets going? Are the Kansas City Chiefs in a reloading year? Plus, will the New York Jets actually be viable?
The ...
Chris Welsh, Andrew Erickson and Derek Brown each build their own betting card by drafting from three categories: Win Totals, Division Winners, and MVP Futures
Will Derek Brown's Panthers UNDER hit? Is Drake Maye worth an MVP ticket? Are the Chargers, Lions and Saints among the best values on the board? Plus, the crew debates strategy, longshot quar...
Who will define the 2026 fantasy football season?
Joe Pisapia, Derek Brown, and Andrew Erickson each reveal theirMount Rushmore, the four players they believe will have the biggest impact on the NFL and fantasy football this year. From league-winning running backs to MVP candidates and breakout stars, the crew plants their flags on the names you need to know befo...
Which NFL narratives are worth believing—and which ones are complete offseason overreactions?
Joe Pisapia, Chris Welsh, and Seth Woolcock break down the biggest storylines heading into the 2026 NFL season, including whether the Rams deserve to be NFC favorites, if the Bengals are legitimate Super Bowl contenders, and whether Patrick Mahomes will actuall...
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 ...
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 h...
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 gi...
Join Joe Pisapia, Andrew Erickson, and Derek Brown as they rank and tier each quarterback in the NFL ahead of the 2026 football season!
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Intro - 0:00:00
Recent News: Jets possible move and rebrand announcement. - 0:00:54
Signed Bijan Robinson Jersey Giveaway Promo - 0:03:54
NFL QB Franchise Guys - List - 0:04:34
NFL QB Franchise Guys - Ranking - 0:13:07
Final Rankings: QB Franchise Guys - 0:21:34
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The Tailgate crew is back with some of their spiciest NFL predictions yet, and absolutely nothing is off-limits! Join Joe Pisapia, Andrew Erickson and Derek Brown as they go way out on a limb with bold takes that could completely reshape the 2026 NFL season.
Could the Buffalo Bills finally end decades of heartbreak and win their first Super Bowl? Is Trevor Lawrence ready to make the leap to MVP? Can Kyler Murray resurrect his...
Join Joe Pisapia, Andrew Erickson, and Derek Brown as they break down the entire NFC West ahead of the 2026 NFL season!
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Intro - 0:00:00
Bijan Robinson Jersey Giveaway Promo - 0:00:33
NY Knicks News - 0:01:00
Headlines - QBs Getting Paid (Baker Mayfield, Patrick Mahomes) - 0:05:53
Headlines - Alec Pierce Injury update - 0:14:00
Hard Rock Bet - 0:17:05
Los Angeles Rams - 0:17:59
LA Rams Odds and Fu...
Join Joe Pisapia, Andrew Erickson, and Derek Brown as they break down the entire NFC East ahead of the 2026 NFL season!
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Intro - 0:00:00
DBro Quick Saints Predictions - 0:01:00
Pristine Auction Giveaway - 0:02:43
Headlines - 0:03:49
Jonathon Brooks - 0:06:10
Bhayshul Tuten - 0:12:22
Philadelphia Eagles - 0:16:17
Dallas Cowboys - 0:31:36
Washington Commanders - 0:41:01
New York Giants - 0:52:43
Har...
Join Joe Pisapia, Andrew Erickson, and Scott Bogman as they break down the entire NFC South ahead of the 2026 NFL season!
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Intro - 0:00:00
Brandon Aiyuk Speeding Tickets - 0:00:28
Pristine Auction - 0:02:40
Russell Wilson Retires - 0:03:15
Christian Watson Contract Extension - 0:05:04
Atlanta Falcons - 0:07:20
Hard Rock Bet - 0:19:15
Carolina Panthers - 0:20:35
New Orleans Saints - 0:34:00
Tampa B...
The AFC East just got turned upside down. Myles Garrett is a Ram, A.J. Brown is a Patriot, and Jared Verse is a Brown — and the 2026 NFL season hasn't even started yet.
Joe Pisapia, Scott Bogman, and Andrew Erickson go team-by-team through every AFC East squad's CEILING, FLOOR, and breakout players to figure out who's a genuine contender, who's a landmine, and who shocks the division.
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Join Joe Pisapia and Andrew Erickson as they give their instant reactions to the Myles Garrett and AJ Brown trades that shook up the NFL on Monday!
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Intro - 0:00:00
Myles Garrett Trade Reactions - 0:01:19
Signed Ja’Marr Chase Jersey Giveaway - 0:06:52
AJ Brown Trade Reactions - 0:14:32
Outro - 0:31:02
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Join Joe Pisapia, Andrew Erickson, and Scott Bogman as they break down the entire AFC West ahead of the 2026 NFL season!
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Intro - 0:00:00
Josh Jacobs Arrested - 0:00:43
Mathew Stafford Extension - 0:07:33
Pristine Auction Giveaway - 0:10:49
Denver Broncos - 0:11:22
LA Chargers - 0:21:25
Hard Rock Bets - 0:30:55
Kansas City Chiefs - 0:31:55
Las Vegas Raiders - 0:39:53
Join Joe Pisapia, Andrew Erickson, and Scott Bogman as they break down the entire NFC North ahead of the 2026 NFL season!
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Intro - 0:00:00
JJ McCarthy vs Kyler Murray - 0:00:45
18-game season is “highly unlikely” for 2027 - 0:03:14
Pristine Auction Giveaway - 0:08:32
Bears - 0:09:35
Lions - 0:21:19
Hard Rock Bet - 0:29:55
Packers - 0:30:55
Vikings - 0:42:24
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Join Joe Pisapia, Derek Brown, and Andrew Erickson as they break down the AFC South for the 2026 NFL season!
Joe, D-Bro, and Andrew start off with a discussion on the AJ Brown rumors before going through the ceiling, floor, and potential breakout players to watch on the Jaguars, Texans, Colts, and Titans!
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Intro - 0:00:00
Tailgate YT Channel Promo - 0:01:34
AJ Brown Latest Headlines - 0:01:49
Ja'M...
Join Joe Pisapia, Derek Brown, and Andrew Erickson as they break down the AFC North for the 2026 NFL season!
Joe, D-Bro, and Andrew start off with a discussion on the Rashee Rice situation before going through the ceiling, floor, and potential breakout players to watch on the Steelers, Bengals, Ravens, and Browns!
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Intro - 0:00:00
Rashee Rice Latest - 0:00:43
Steelers - 0:10:00
Bengals - 0:23:09
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