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Real Football. No Fillers. This is your destination for authentic NFL coverage. We cut through the noise to bring you the best conversations in football and share our passion about the game we love. We're talking about the grit, the rivalries, the biggest matchups, the rising stars, the strategy, and the upcoming prospects that are changing the game and make the NFL the greatest league on Earth. Don't just watch the game. Understand it. Join the Tailgate. 

  1. 39 min ago

    Drafting the ULTIMATE 2026 NFL Futures Card | Win Totals, Division Winners & Award Sleepers (Ep. 37)

    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 quarterbacks, portfolio betting, and which futures are worth grabbing before the market moves. Whether you're building your preseason betting card or looking for value before Week 1, this episode is packed with actionable NFL betting advice. Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Under 6.5 Panthers wins - 0:05:14 Chargers over 9.5 Wins - 0:07:25 Drake Maye for MVP - 0:10:04 The Tailgate - 0:14:54 Patriots to win the Division - 0:15:31 Trevor Lawrence MVP - 0:19:55 Bo Nix MVP - 0:25:27 Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook - 0:30:52 Saints division winner - 0:32:47 Detroit Division Winner - 0:34:49 Colts over wins - 0:41:00 Helpful Links: Hard Rock Bet - Sign up for Hard Rock Bet and make a $5 bet and you'll get $150 in bonus bets if you win. Head over to Hard Rock Bet, sign up and make your first deposit today. Payable in bonus bet(s). Not a cash offer. Offered by the Seminole Tribe of Florida in FL. Offered by Seminole Hard Rock Digital, LLC, in all other states. Must be 21+ and physically present in AZ, CO, FL, IL, IN, NJ, OH, TN or VA to play. Terms and conditions apply. Concerned about gambling? In FL, call 1-888-ADMIT-IT. In IN, if you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-9-WITH-IT. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER (AZ, CO, IL, NJ, OH, TN, VA) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BettingPros App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Make winning bets with advice and picks from top sports betting experts. The BettingPros app puts consensus and expert-driven sports betting advice at your fingertips to help you pinpoint the best odds and make winning bets. Download it today on the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠App Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Google Play⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BettingPros Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Looking to up your game in sports betting? Join our exclusive sports betting Discord community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bettingpros.com/chat⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Not only can you connect with expert handicappers who provide free picks for NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL, player props, live betting, and more, but now you can also participate in our weekly community picks. Cast your vote, see how your picks stack up against the experts, and track your success! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BettingPros Pick Tracker⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – Want to track all of your wagers in one place? Check out the BettingPros Pick Tracker. It syncs up with your sportsbooks to tally which picks hit, and which miss AND gives you a live look at what the public is doing so you can use real-time tracking to determine which plays to make, and which to fade: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bettingpros.com/pick-tracking⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Drafting the ULTIMATE 2026 NFL Futures Card | Win Totals, Division Winners & Award Sleepers (Ep. 37)

  2. 7 Jul

    16 Players Who Could Define the 2026 NFL Season | Cam Skattebo, Omarion Hampton, and More! (Ep. 36)

    Who will define the 2026 fantasy football season? Joe Pisapia, Derek Brown, and Andrew Erickson each reveal their Mount 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 before your drafts. Before unveiling their Mount Rushmores, the guys break down George Pickens' outlook for 2026, discuss whether he can repeat last season's breakout, react to the latest training camp buzz surrounding Cam Skattebo, Omarion Hampton, Ladd McConkey, and cover all the biggest fantasy football headlines! Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Pristine Auction Giveaway - 0:02:37 Headlines - 0:03:25 Cam Skattebo - 0:03:43 Omarion Hampton - 0:09:53 Ladd McConkey - 0:14:38 Chris Rodriguez - 0:21:34 Hard Rock Bet - 0:27:19 George Pickens Deep Dive - 0:28:13 Players Who Could Define the NFL Season - 0:39:31 Joe’s List - 0:39:56 Erickson’s List - 0:42:24 D-Bro’s List - 0:45:32 Outro - 0:51:49 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  3. 6 Jul

    NFL Narratives That Will DEFINE the 2026 Season | Buying or Selling the Biggest Storylines (Ep. 35)

    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 actually be ready for Week 1. The crew also debates Brandon Aiyuk's latest social media antics, Dak Prescott's passing upside, Jaxon Smith-Njigba's breakout season, the Bears' expectations under Ben Johnson, and whether the Chiefs are finally vulnerable in the AFC West. Plus, they rank every last-place NFL team based on their chances to go from worst to first in 2026. Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Pristine Auction Giveaway - 0:02:30 Camp Buzz: BUY OR SELL - 0:02:56 Brandon Aiyuk - 0:04:20 Patrick Mahomes - 0:12:20 Can Dak go for 5000 Passing Yards? - 0:17:22 Michael Wilson goes for 1000 Yards - 0:23:28 Hard Rock Bet - 0:27:54 True or False Off-Season Narratives - 0:30:25 Ranking Worst To First Candidates: 0:52:37 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  4. 30 Jun

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

    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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  5. 29 Jun

    Who Are the Most Overrated NFL Players in 2026? (Ep. 33)

    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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  6. 25 Jun

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

    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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  7. 22 Jun

    The NFL QB Tier List: How Good is Each Team's Quarterback Situation? (Ep. 31)

    Join Joe Pisapia, Andrew Erickson, and Derek Brown as they rank and tier each quarterback in the NFL ahead of the 2026 football season! Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) 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 NFL QBs with Something to Prove - List - 0:22:46 NFL QBs with Something to Prove - Ranking - 0:28:21 Final Rankings: NFL QBs with Something to Prove - 0:37:00 Make or Break NFL QBs - List - 0:37:44 Make or Break NFL QBs - Ranking - 0:39:28 Final Rankings: Make or Break NFL QBs - 0:44:23 Bottom of the Barrel NFL QBs - List (Remaining) - 0:44:39 Bottom of the Barrel NFL QBs - Ranking - 0:45:12 Final Ranking: Bottom of the Barrel NFL QBs - 0:47:31 FInal Thoughts - Tailgate NFL QB Tier List - 0:47:44 17-0 Game - 0:49:30 Round 1 - DBro - 0:51:15 Dbro's Score - 0:52:44 Round 2 - Andrew - 0:53:10 Erickson's Score - 0:55:32 Round 3 - Joe - 0:56:03 Joe's Score - 0:57:51 0-17 Game - 0:58:17 Score - 0:59:35 Tailgate/Bijan Robinson Jersey Giveaway - 1:00:25 Hard Rock Bet - 1:00:38 Outro - 1:01:32 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  8. 18 Jun

    Early Bold Predictions for 2026 NFL Season (Ep. 30)

    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 career and lead the Vikings to an NFC North title? From surprise division winners to fantasy football implications and breakout stars, "The Tailgate" covers every angle heading into one of the most unpredictable seasons in recent memory. Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Headline: Brendan Sorsby Gambling Scandal - 0:00:51 Bijan Robinson signed falcons jersey giveaway promo - 0:15:48 Bold Predictions - 0:16:23 Erickson's Prediction #1 - Trevor Lawrence wins MVP - 0:17:01 DBro's Prediction #1: The Saints have a 2025 Patriots style run of the table to the SB . - 0:21:35 Joe's Prediction #1: Colston Loveland leads the Bears and all TE in Rec Yards and TDs. - 0:24:12 Erickson's Prediction #2 - Aaron Glenn is NOT the first head coach fired - 0:27:06 DBro's Prediction #2 - Shedeur Sanders starts the entire year and leads the Browns to the playoffs - 0:31:50 Joe's Prediction #2: Kyler Murray Leads Vikings to NFC North title - 0:34:51 Hard Rock Bet - 0:37:05 Erickson's Prediction #3 - Tennessee Titans win the AFC South (worst-to-first) - 0:38:15 DBro's Prediction #3 - The Cardinals become only the third team over the last 20 years to go winless and the first 0-17 team ever - 0:41:21 Joe's Prediction #3 - Bills win the Super Bowl - 0:44:07 Tailgate Youtube Channel Promo - 0:51:46 Outro - 0:52:03 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Real Football. No Fillers. This is your destination for authentic NFL coverage. We cut through the noise to bring you the best conversations in football and share our passion about the game we love. We're talking about the grit, the rivalries, the biggest matchups, the rising stars, the strategy, and the upcoming prospects that are changing the game and make the NFL the greatest league on Earth. Don't just watch the game. Understand it. Join the Tailgate. 

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