Join Joe Pisapia, Andrew Erickson, and Derek Brown as they break down the top five rookies that you need to know before the 2026 NFL season kicks off!

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Intro - 0:00:00

Sonny Styles (LB, Washington Commanders) - 0:01:43

Tailgate Channel Promo - 0:06:57

Ja’Marr Chase Signed Jersey Giveaway Promo - 0:07:26

Caleb Downs (S, Dallas Cowboys) - 0:07:59

Mansoor Delane (CB, Kansas City Chiefs) - 0:12:36

Hard Rock Bet - 0:18:12

Jeremiyah Love (RB, Arizona Cardinals) - 0:19:12

Fernando Mendoza (QB, Las Vegas Raiders) - 0:27:15

Outro - 0:34:19

Join Joe Pisapia, Andrew Erickson, and Derek Brown as they break down the top five rookies that you need to know before the 2026 NFL season kicks off!
Timestamps: (May be off due to ads)
Intro - 0:00:00
Sonny Styles (LB, Washington Commanders) - 0:01:43
Tailgate Channel Promo - 0:06:57
Ja&rsquo;Marr Chase Signed Jersey Giveaway Promo - 0:07:26
Caleb Downs (S, Dallas Cowboys) - 0:07:59
Mansoor Delane (CB, Kansas City Chiefs) - 0:12:36
Hard Rock Bet - 0:18:12
Jeremiyah Love (RB, Arizona Cardinals) - 0:19:12
Fernando Mendoza (QB, Las Vegas Raiders) - 0:27:15
Outro - 0:34:19

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Join Joe Pisapia, Andrew Erickson, and Derek Brown as they break down the top five rookies that you need to know before the 2026 NFL season kicks off!

Top 5 NFL Rookies to Know for 2026 (Ep. 18)

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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.

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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 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 deep playoff run, and which long-shot bets are worth considering?

The guys also dive into the latest NFL training camp news and fantasy football fallout, including the Ricky Pearsall injury, what it means for Jauan Stribling and the 49ers offense, Chris Brazzell's injury in Carolina, concerns surrounding Jeremiah Love in Arizona, Marvin Harrison Jr.'s rough camp, Micah Parsons landing on the PUP list, Baker Mayfield playing without a contract and the latest on Tank Dell.

Plus, the crew looks back at some of the greatest preseason “member berries” — players who exploded onto the scene during preseason and briefly convinced everyone they were the next big thing.

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Intro - 0:00:00

Preseason Memories - 0:00:40

Ricky Pearsall - 0:07:20

Injury Roundups & Training Camp Notes - 0:15:50

BettingPros Premium - 0:28:44

The Dark Horses - 0:29:20

Hard Rock Bet - 0:45:46

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 deep playoff run, and which long-shot bets are worth considering?
The guys also dive into the latest NFL training camp news and fantasy football fallout, including the Ricky Pearsall injury, what it means for Jauan Stribling and the 49ers offense, Chris Brazzell's injury in Carolina, concerns surrounding Jeremiah Love in Arizona, Marvin Harrison Jr.'s rough camp, Micah Parsons landing on the PUP list, Baker Mayfield playing without a contract and the latest on Tank Dell.
Plus, the crew looks back at some of the greatest preseason &ldquo;member berries&rdquo; &mdash; players who exploded onto the scene during preseason and briefly convinced everyone they were the next big thing.
Timestamps: (May be off due to ads)
Intro - 0:00:00
Preseason Memories - 0:00:40
Ricky Pearsall - 0:07:20
Injury Roundups &amp; Training Camp Notes - 0:15:50
BettingPros Premium - 0:28:44
The Dark Horses - 0:29:20
Hard Rock Bet - 0:45:46

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 deep playoff run, and which long-shot bets are worth considering?  The guys also dive into the latest NFL training camp news and fantasy football fallout, including the Ricky Pearsall injury, what it means for Jauan Stribling and the 49ers offense, Chris Brazzell's injury in Carolina, concerns surrounding Jeremiah Love in Arizona, Marvin Harrison Jr.'s rough camp, Micah Parsons landing on the PUP list, Baker Mayfield playing without a contract and the latest on Tank Dell.  Plus, the crew looks back at some of the greatest preseason “member berries” — players who exploded onto the scene during preseason and briefly convinced everyone they were the next big thing.

Which NFL Dark Horses Will SHOCK the League in 2026? Surprise Playoff & Super Bowl Longshots (Ep. 39)

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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! 

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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

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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Top 5 NFL Rookies to Know for 2026 (Ep. 18)

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