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 "Tailgate" prepares for some hostile fan reactions! 

Timestamps: (May be off due to ads)

Intro - 0:00:00
BettingpPros Premium Giveaway 0:02:16
The Most Fragile Super Bowl Contenders Mt. Rushmore - 0:02:51
San Francisco 49ers - 0:04:13
Buffalo Bills - 0:07:52
Philadelphia Eagles - 0:12:58
Kansas City Chiefs - 0:14:47
Honorable Mentions - 0:18:26
BettingPros College Football Channel - 0:27:23
Our Most Controversial Takes - 0:28:08
Aaron Glenn Won’t Be the First Head Coach Fired - 0:29:15
The New Orleans Saints Have a 2025 New England Patriots-Style Run to the Super Bowl - 0:32:24
We Will Have a Winless Team in 2026 - 0:33:15
Hard Rock Bet - 0:35:13
Outro - 0:36:30

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 "Tailgate" prepares for some hostile fan reactions!&nbsp;
Timestamps: (May be off due to ads)
Intro - 0:00:00 BettingpPros Premium Giveaway 0:02:16 The Most Fragile Super Bowl Contenders Mt. Rushmore - 0:02:51 San Francisco 49ers - 0:04:13 Buffalo Bills - 0:07:52 Philadelphia Eagles - 0:12:58 Kansas City Chiefs - 0:14:47 Honorable Mentions - 0:18:26 BettingPros College Football Channel - 0:27:23 Our Most Controversial Takes - 0:28:08 Aaron Glenn Won&rsquo;t Be the First Head Coach Fired - 0:29:15 The New Orleans Saints Have a 2025 New England Patriots-Style Run to the Super Bowl - 0:32:24 We Will Have a Winless Team in 2026 - 0:33:15 Hard Rock Bet - 0:35:13 Outro - 0:36:30

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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. 

Real Football. No Fillers.&nbsp; 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.&nbsp; Don't just watch the game. Understand it. Join the Tailgate.&nbsp;

The Tailgate

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 "Tailgate" prepares for some hostile fan reactions! 

The NFL’s Most Fragile Super Bowl Contenders + Our Most Controversial Takes (Ep. 38)

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Join Andrew Erickson on The Tailgate as he welcomes special guest Evan Lazar (Senior Reporter at Patriots.com and host of Patriots Catch-22) for an in-depth, boots-on-the-ground preview of the New England Patriots!  

The guys break down the biggest storylines coming out of training camp and joint practices with the Indianapolis Colts, detailing Drake Maye’s progression entering his second season and his blossoming connection with superstar wide receiver A.J. Brown. Plus, they analyze rookie tight end Eli Raridon's role, the wide receiver depth chart battles, and the key players holding down the defense.

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00:00 - Introduction & Welcome Evan Lazar (Patriots.com)
01:28 - Patriots vs. Colts Joint Practice Takeaways & Drake Maye Report
04:24 - Rookie TE Eli Raridon: Upside & Role Behind Hunter Henry
08:00 - Drake Maye & A.J. Brown Connection: Red Zone Role & Scheme Fit
012:30 - Patriots WR Room Breakdown: Pop Douglas, Romeo Doubs & Depth Battles
16:45 - Defense & Linebacker Depth: Robert Spillane’s Critical Role
19:15 - Preseason GOATs & Camp Traps: The Maurice Harris Lesson

Join Andrew Erickson on The Tailgate as he welcomes special guest Evan Lazar (Senior Reporter at Patriots.com and host of Patriots Catch-22) for an in-depth, boots-on-the-ground preview of the New England Patriots! &nbsp;
The guys break down the biggest storylines coming out of training camp and joint practices with the Indianapolis Colts, detailing Drake Maye&rsquo;s progression entering his second season and his blossoming connection with superstar wide receiver A.J. Brown. Plus, they analyze rookie tight end Eli Raridon's role, the wide receiver depth chart battles, and the key players holding down the defense.
Timestamps (maybe off due to ads):
00:00 - Introduction &amp; Welcome Evan Lazar (Patriots.com) 01:28 - Patriots vs. Colts Joint Practice Takeaways &amp; Drake Maye Report 04:24 - Rookie TE Eli Raridon: Upside &amp; Role Behind Hunter Henry 08:00 - Drake Maye &amp; A.J. Brown Connection: Red Zone Role &amp; Scheme Fit 012:30 - Patriots WR Room Breakdown: Pop Douglas, Romeo Doubs &amp; Depth Battles 16:45 - Defense &amp; Linebacker Depth: Robert Spillane&rsquo;s Critical Role 19:15 - Preseason GOATs &amp; Camp Traps: The Maurice Harris Lesson

Join Andrew Erickson on The Tailgate as he welcomes special guest Evan Lazar (Senior Reporter at Patriots.com and host of Patriots Catch-22) for an in-depth, boots-on-the-ground preview of the New England Patriots!    The guys break down the biggest storylines coming out of training camp and joint practices with the Indianapolis Colts, detailing Drake Maye’s progression entering his second season and his blossoming connection with superstar wide receiver A.J. Brown. Plus, they analyze rookie tight end Eli Raridon's role, the wide receiver depth chart battles, and the key players holding down the defense.

New England Patriots 2026 Camp Preview: Drake Maye & AJ Brown Chemistry, Pop Douglas & Rookie Buzz w/ Evan Lazar (Ep. 42)

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Embrace the exhibition games! Join Chris Welsh, Andrew Erickson and Pat Fitzmaurice as they outline what to watch for in Week 1 of the NFL Preseason!

The guys dive into the biggest camp news of the week, including Emeka Egbuka’s injury scare in Tampa Bay, the latest report surrounding Puka Nacua and Josh Jacobs, and Kyler Murray officially being named QB1 over JJ McCarthy in Minnesota. Will the Los Angeles Chargers roll out a running back-by-committee approach? How does the Houston Texans' new offensive line gel? Plus, what rookies have the most to prove?

The "Tailgate" ravish in the return of real football!

Timestamps: (May be off due to ads)

Intro - 0:00:00
Trending NFL News & Notes - 0:03:37
Emeka Egbuka (WR - TB) - 0:03:47
Puka Nacua (WR - LAR) - 0:07:53
Kyler Murray (QB - MIN) & J.J. McCarthy (QB - MIN) - 0:17:01
Omarion Hampton (RB - LAC) - 0:22:38
Laremy Tunsil (OT - WAS) - 0:28:34
LaDainian Tomlinson Signed San Diego Chargers Jersey Giveaway - 0:32:00
What To Watch for This Week - 0:33:16
Arizona Cardinals vs. Las Vegas Raiders - 0:33:41
Los Angeles Chargers vs. Houston Texans - 0:38:09
Other Thursday NFL Preseason Storylines - 0:40:39
Friday NFL Preseason Storylines - 0:45:25
Los Angeles Rams vs. Kansas City Chiefs - 0:48:23
Jacksonville Jaguars vs. New Orleans Saints - 0:51:52
Other Saturday NFL Preseason Storylines - 0:54:41
Outro - 0:58:19

Embrace the exhibition games! Join Chris Welsh, Andrew Erickson and Pat Fitzmaurice as they outline what to watch for in Week 1 of the NFL Preseason!
The guys dive into the biggest camp news of the week, including Emeka Egbuka&rsquo;s injury scare in Tampa Bay, the latest report surrounding Puka Nacua and Josh Jacobs, and Kyler Murray officially being named QB1 over JJ McCarthy in Minnesota. Will the Los Angeles Chargers roll out a running back-by-committee approach? How does the Houston Texans' new offensive line gel? Plus, what rookies have the most to prove?
The "Tailgate" ravish in the return of real football!
Timestamps: (May be off due to ads)
Intro - 0:00:00 Trending NFL News &amp; Notes - 0:03:37 Emeka Egbuka (WR - TB) - 0:03:47 Puka Nacua (WR - LAR) - 0:07:53 Kyler Murray (QB - MIN) &amp; J.J. McCarthy (QB - MIN) - 0:17:01 Omarion Hampton (RB - LAC) - 0:22:38 Laremy Tunsil (OT - WAS) - 0:28:34 LaDainian Tomlinson Signed San Diego Chargers Jersey Giveaway - 0:32:00 What To Watch for This Week - 0:33:16 Arizona Cardinals vs. Las Vegas Raiders - 0:33:41 Los Angeles Chargers vs. Houston Texans - 0:38:09 Other Thursday NFL Preseason Storylines - 0:40:39 Friday NFL Preseason Storylines - 0:45:25 Los Angeles Rams vs. Kansas City Chiefs - 0:48:23 Jacksonville Jaguars vs. New Orleans Saints - 0:51:52 Other Saturday NFL Preseason Storylines - 0:54:41 Outro - 0:58:19

Embrace the exhibition games! Join Chris Welsh, Andrew Erickson and Pat Fitzmaurice as they outline what to watch for in Week 1 of the NFL Preseason!  The guys dive into the biggest camp news of the week, including Emeka Egbuka’s injury scare in Tampa Bay, the latest report surrounding Puka Nacua and Josh Jacobs, and Kyler Murray officially being named QB1 over JJ McCarthy in Minnesota. Will the Los Angeles Chargers roll out a running back-by-committee approach? How does the Houston Texans' new offensive line gel? Plus, what rookies have the most to prove?  The "Tailgate" ravish in the return of real football!

Real Football Is Finally Here! | Kyler Murray Named QB1, Emeka Egbuka Injury & What to Watch For in NFL Preseason Week 1 (Ep. 41)

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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 fantasy leap in Baltimore, and whether the Ravens should use him more in the red zone.

Plus, the guys break down Kenyon Sadiq’s injury, Jacoby Lane’s Ravens camp buzz, the 49ers’ growing injury concerns, Keaton Mitchell’s rising ADP with the Chargers, Parker Washington vs. Brian Thomas Jr., and bold training camp takes for Cyrus Allen, Jordan Love, the AFC South, and the NFC playoff picture.

Timestamps: (May be off due to ads)

Intro - 0:00:00
Trending News - Stefon Diggs signed to Washington Commanders - 0:04:00
Trending News - Zay Flowers contract extension - 0:17:27
Trending News - Kenyon Sadiq setback - 0:27:01
BP Premium Giveaway Winner - 0:30:20
Training Camp Risers and Fallers & 49ers Injuries - 0:31:08
Keaton Mitchell - 0:39:45
Brian Thomas Jr. - 0:44:58
Hard Rock Bet - 0:46:46
Hot Take Hype Train - 0:48:16
Outro - 0:55:37

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&rsquo; massive contract extension, why he could make a fantasy leap in Baltimore, and whether the Ravens should use him more in the red zone.
Plus, the guys break down Kenyon Sadiq&rsquo;s injury, Jacoby Lane&rsquo;s Ravens camp buzz, the 49ers&rsquo; growing injury concerns, Keaton Mitchell&rsquo;s rising ADP with the Chargers, Parker Washington vs. Brian Thomas Jr., and bold training camp takes for Cyrus Allen, Jordan Love, the AFC South, and the NFC playoff picture.
Timestamps: (May be off due to ads)
Intro - 0:00:00 Trending News - Stefon Diggs signed to Washington Commanders - 0:04:00 Trending News - Zay Flowers contract extension - 0:17:27 Trending News - Kenyon Sadiq setback - 0:27:01 BP Premium Giveaway Winner - 0:30:20 Training Camp Risers and Fallers &amp; 49ers Injuries - 0:31:08 Keaton Mitchell - 0:39:45 Brian Thomas Jr. - 0:44:58 Hard Rock Bet - 0:46:46 Hot Take Hype Train - 0:48:16 Outro - 0:55:37

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 fantasy leap in Baltimore, and whether the Ravens should use him more in the red zone.  Plus, the guys break down Kenyon Sadiq’s injury, Jacoby Lane’s Ravens camp buzz, the 49ers’ growing injury concerns, Keaton Mitchell’s rising ADP with the Chargers, Parker Washington vs. Brian Thomas Jr., and bold training camp takes for Cyrus Allen, Jordan Love, the AFC South, and the NFC playoff picture.

Stefon Diggs to Washington, Zay Flowers Expectations & 49ers Injury Panic + NFL Training Camp Hype & Overreactions (Ep. 40)

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The NFL’s Most Fragile Super Bowl Contenders + Our Most Controversial Takes (Ep. 38)

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