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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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  1. Eagles’ Season OVER, Rams PANIC & J.J. McCarthy’s Giants Debut: NFL Week 6 Reactions (Ep. 67)

    Take a full look at where the league stands following more heart-pounding games and breaking news by joining Ryan Wormeli, Andrew Erickson, and Derek Brown for their NFL Week 6 reactions! Why did the Indianapolis Colts fire general manager Chris Ballard? Is the Philadelphia Eagles season over…

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  2. NFL Week 6 Preview: Bold Predictions, Upset Picks & Best Games to Watch! (Ep. 66)

    NFL Week 6 is loaded with intriguing matchups, potential upsets, and plenty of questions. Chris Welsh, Andrew Erickson, and Pat Fitzmaurice break down the biggest games and make their bold predictions. Can the Cleveland Browns upset the Baltimore Ravens? Will the Dallas Cowboys and Green Bay...

  3. NFL Week 6 Biggest Storylines: Breakout Stars, Injuries & Trade Advice (Ep. 65)

    The Patriots are rolling with Drake Maye, and now A.J. Brown is on the verge of returning. Andrew Erickson and Alfredo Brown break down what his comeback could mean for New England's offense and whether fantasy managers should expect immediate WR1 production. Elsewhere, Michael Penix Jr. and…

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  4. Marvin Harrison Jr. to the Texans! Winners, Losers & Biggest Week 5 Takeaways (Ep. 64)

    Marvin Harrison Jr. is headed to Houston! Ryan Wormeli, Andrew Erickson, and Derek Brown react to the blockbuster trade, what it means for C.J. Stroud, and the biggest fantasy football storylines from Week 5. Drake Maye is heating up in New England, Jordan Love carved up the Bears, and Parker...

  5. NFL Week 5 Bold Predictions + What Lane Johnson’s Retirement Means for the Eagles (Ep. 63)

    Alfredo Brown and Pat Fitzmaurice preview NFL Week 5 with predictions for the biggest games on the schedule, including Bills-Rams, 49ers-Seahawks, Bears-Packers and Raiders-Patriots. They also dig into Lamar Jackson’s surprising injury outlook, Jayden Daniels’ return and an Eagles team suddenly...

  6. TreVeyon Henderson’s BIG Opportunity + NFL Week 5’s Biggest Storylines (Ep. 62)

    Are the Raiders actually for real? Andrew Erickson and Alfredo Brown tackle that question along with the biggest injury news and fantasy football implications heading into NFL Week 5. The conversation covers TreVeyon Henderson’s potential workload, Lamar Jackson’s absence and a fascinating...

  7. Eagles In TROUBLE, 49ers Elite & Packers Finished? NFL Week 4 Reactions (Ep. 61)

    Catch up on everything you may have missed from around the league by joining Ryan Wormeli, Andrew Erickson, and Derek Brown for their NFL Week 4 reactions! Are the Philadelphia Eagles and Houston Texans both in trouble? Are the San Francisco 49ers the best team in the league? Plus, what will it...

  8. Week 4 NFL Storylines: Joey Porter Jr. to Dallas, Drake Maye’s Rebound & Bold Calls (Ep. 60)

    Chris Welsh, Pat Fitzmaurice and Andrew Erickson tackle a loaded NFL Week 4, from the Cowboys landing Joey Porter Jr. to the questions surrounding Drake Maye, the Bears’ quarterback situation and Brock Purdy’s hot start. The spotlight then shifts to Patriots-Bills, Rams-Eagles, Chiefs-Raiders and...

  9. Week 4 Fantasy Football News: Puka Nacua, Braelon Allen, J.J. McCarthy & Start/Sit Advice (Ep. 59)

    Andrew Erickson goes solo on The Tailgate to tackle the biggest fantasy football storylines heading into NFL Week 4, starting with Puka Nacua’s expected return to the Rams lineup and the latest concern surrounding Drake Maye’s shoulder. The injuries at running back have created new opportunities...

  10. Giants Trade For J.J. McCarthy, Texans FINISHED & Chiefs Super Bowl Bound: NFL Week 3 REACTIONS (Ep. 58)

    Make sense of the latest games and shakeups from around the league by joining Ryan Wormeli, Andrew Erickson, and Derek Brown for their NFL Week 3 reactions! Can the New York Giants develop QB J.J. McCarthy after trading a fifth-round pick to the Minnesota Vikings for him? Can Detroit Lions RB...

  11. NFL Week 3 Preview: Who Needs a Win Most? Predictions, Injuries & Matchups to Watch (Ep. 57)

    Chris Welsh, Andrew Erickson and Pat Fitzmaurice are back on the Tailgate to sort through a chaotic start to NFL Week 3, from quarterback questions in New York to major injuries affecting the Broncos, Rams and Vikings. Then it’s on to the games that matter, including Bengals-Steelers,...

  12. Week 3 Fantasy Football News: Major Injuries, Waiver Stashes & Start/Sit Decisions (Ep. 56)

    Chris Welsh and Andrew Erickson sort through an ugly wave of NFL injuries heading into Week 3, beginning with Aaron Jones’ knee issue and what Minnesota’s backfield could look like if he can’t go. The Giants are dealing with an even bigger blow after Jackson Dart’s season-ending injury, leaving...

  13. Cowboys Roll, Ravens Implode, Chargers PANIC | NFL Week 2 REACTIONS & QB Injury Updates (Ep. 55)

    Wrap up a low-scoring and injury-filled slate by joining Ryan Wormeli, Andrew Erickson and Derek Brown for their NFL Week 2 reactions! Are the Chicago Bears burnt without QB Caleb Williams? Should the New Orleans Saints be the NFC South favorites? Plus, has Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young proved...

  14. NFL Week 2 Preview: Biggest Games, Injury News & Bold Predictions (Ep. 54)

    Chris Welsh, Pat Fitzmaurice, and Andrew Erickson break down the biggest NFL Week 2 storylines, starting with Nico Collins’ hamstring injury, Jordan Mason landing on IR, Aaron Jones’ expanded opportunity, and the latest on Ladd McConkey and Zay Flowers. Then it’s on to the week’s biggest games:...

  15. NFL Week 2 News: Major Injuries, Backfield Changes & Fantasy Fallout (Ep. 53)

    Chris Welsh and Andrew Erickson break down the biggest NFL Week 2 storylines and what they mean for fantasy football managers, starting with the latest on Ladd McConkey and Zay Flowers. Jordan Mason’s injury puts Aaron Jones back in the spotlight, while R.J. Harvey’s hamstring issue could shake…

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  16. NFL Week 1 REACTIONS: Jaguars, Bears & Ravens Go Off, Chargers Dud & Big Injury Updates (Ep. 52)

    Put a pin in the opening weekend of professional football by joining Ryan Wormeli, Andrew Erickson and Derek Brown for their NFL Week 1 reactions! Is Jacksonville Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence now in NFL MVP consideration? Will the Chicago Bears set offensive records after scoring 59 points on the...

  17. NFL Week 1 Predictions: Game Picks, X-Factors & Bold Fantasy Football Calls (Ep. 51)

    Alfredo Brown, Derek Brown and Andrew Erickson are breaking down the matchups, players and storylines that could define the opening weekend. The guys make their predictions for Bengals vs. Buccaneers, Saints vs. Lions, Ravens vs. Colts, Bills vs. Texans and Packers vs. Vikings while identifying…

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  18. Brock Bowers Had SURGERY?! Biggest NFL Week 1 Storylines, Predictions & Breaking News (Ep. 50)

    NFL Week 1 is here, and Chris Welsh and Andrew Erickson break down the biggest storylines before kickoff, starting with the bombshell Brock Bowers injury news. What does Bowers' absence mean for the Las Vegas Raiders, Michael Mayer, Tre Tucker and the rest of the offense, and should fantasy...

  19. NFL Week 1 Preview: Bold Upsets, Breakout Stars & Primetime Predictions (Ep. 49)

    Chris Welsh, Pat Fitzmaurice, and Andrew Erickson break down the biggest primetime matchups, starting with Drake Maye and the New England Patriots visiting the defending champion Seattle Seahawks before previewing the San Francisco 49ers vs. Los Angeles Rams in Australia, Dallas Cowboys vs. New...

  20. 2026 NFL Season PREDICTIONS | Biggest Surprises, Disappointments & MVP Picks (Ep. 48)

    Throw it in park for the start of football by joining Alfredo Brown, Derek Brown and Andrew Erickson for their final 2026 NFL season predictions! Can Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson win his third NFL MVP trophy? Will the Tennessee Titans be the biggest surprise team? Plus, what makes the...

  21. NFL Preseason Week 3 Takeaways: Josh Jacobs Fallout, Aaron Donald Returns + Stock Watch (Ep. 47)

    NFL Preseason Week 3 is in the books, and Chris Welsh, Pat Fitzmaurice, and Scott Bogman break down the biggest news and fantasy football takeaways from the final preseason action. The Josh Jacobs situation creates major questions in Green Bay, including what it could mean for Marshawn Lloyd…

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  22. Fantasy Football Draft Advice: Expert Picks & Predictions for 2026 NFL Season (Ep. 46)

    Find out if The Pros can get along well enough to share a team that competes against the biggest NFL fans around! Join Ryan Wormeli, Andrew Erickson and Derek Brown for a 2026 fantasy football draft! How does a 16-team league affect strategy? Can New Orleans Saints RB Travis Etienne Jr. carry a...

  23. NFL Preseason Week 2 Takeaways + Biggest Winners & Losers (Ep. 45)

    Chris Welsh, Scott Bogman, and Pat Fitzmaurice discuss the biggest storylines from Week 2, including Keyshawn Boutte's trade to the Houston Texans, Deshaun Watson being named the Cleveland Browns' starting quarterback, Breece Hall's potential Week 1 return, and what the Jets' backfield could look...

  24. Who's Actually Earning It This Preseason? | NFL Risers & Rookie Standouts (Ep. 44)

    Find out who's actually earning it this preseason! Join Alfredo Brown, Andrew Erickson and Derek Brown for their top NFL risers and rookie standouts. Is New England Patriots WR A.J. Brown about to blow up? Will Denver Broncos RB Jonah Coleman run away with the starting job? Plus, what makes...

  25. NFL Preseason Week 1 Reactions + News You NEED To Know | Jeremiyah Love, De’Zhaun Stribling & More (Ep. 43)

    Put a period after the first slate of exhibition games. Join Chris Welsh, Derek Brown and Scott Bogman for their NFL Preseason Week 1 reactions! Could the Arizona Cardinals go winless after the injury to RB Jeremiyah Love? What does the signing of WR Keenan Allen mean for the Indianapolis Colts?...

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

    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...

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

    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...

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

    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...

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

    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...

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

    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...

  31. 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...

  32. 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...

  33. 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...

  34. 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...

  35. 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…

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  36. 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…

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  37. 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…

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  38. 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...

  39. NFC West 2026: Every Team's Ceiling, Floor & Breakout Player (Ep. 29)

    Join Joe Pisapia, Andrew Erickson, and Derek Brown as they break down the entire NFC West ahead of the 2026 NFL season! Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) 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...

  40. NFC East 2026: Every Team's Ceiling, Floor & Breakout Player (Ep. 28)

    Join Joe Pisapia, Andrew Erickson, and Derek Brown as they break down the entire NFC East ahead of the 2026 NFL season! Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) 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...

  41. NFC South 2026: Every Team's Ceiling, Floor & Breakout Player (Ep. 27)

    Join Joe Pisapia, Andrew Erickson, and Scott Bogman as they break down the entire NFC South ahead of the 2026 NFL season! Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Brandon Aiyuk Speeding Tickets - 0:00:28 Pristine Auction - 0:02:40 Russell Wilson Retires - 0:03:15 Christian Watson...

  42. AFC East 2026: Every Team's Ceiling, Floor & Breakout Player (Ep. 26)

    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…

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  43. Myles Garrett & AJ Brown TRADED | Instant Reactions, Winners/Losers & NFL Implications! (Ep. 25)

    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! Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Myles Garrett Trade Reactions - 0:01:19 Signed Ja’Marr Chase Jersey Giveaway - 0:06:52 AJ Brown...

  44. AFC West 2026: Every Team's Ceiling, Floor & Breakout Player (Ep. 24)

    Join Joe Pisapia, Andrew Erickson, and Scott Bogman as they break down the entire AFC West ahead of the 2026 NFL season! Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Josh Jacobs Arrested - 0:00:43 Mathew Stafford Extension - 0:07:33 Pristine Auction Giveaway - 0:10:49 Denver Broncos -...

  45. NFC North 2026: Every Team's Ceiling, Floor & Breakout Player (Ep. 23)

    Join Joe Pisapia, Andrew Erickson, and Scott Bogman as they break down the entire NFC North ahead of the 2026 NFL season! Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) 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 -...

  46. AFC South 2026: Every Team's Ceiling, Floor & Breakout Player + AJ Brown Trade Rumors (Ep. 22)

    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…

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  47. AFC North 2026: Every Team's Ceiling, Floor & Breakout Players + Rashee Rice Situation Breakdown (Ep. 21)

    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,...

  48. 2026 NFL Schedule Release | WINNERS & LOSERS That Change EVERYTHING (Ep. 20)

    The 2026 NFL schedule is here and some teams got FAVORED while others got SCREWED. Joe Pisapia, Andrew Erickson & Derek Brown break down the biggest winners and losers — from the Lions' easy path to the Packers' brutal short-week gauntlet including Thanksgiving Eve and Christmas Day. Plus…

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  49. Top 5 NFL Teams Ready to BOUNCE BACK in 2026 (Ep. 19)

    Join Joe Pisapia, Andrew Erickson, and Derek Brown as they break down the top five teams that are ready to turn things around and have a bounce back season in 2026! Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 5 Tennessee Titans - 0:01:07 4 New York Giants - 0:05:38 Signed Ja’Marr Chase...

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

    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’Marr...

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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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