'Raider Nation' rallies for tri tip in tailgate vote

[ASFN Admin]

The Great American Tailgate challenge is underway, and Raiders fans finally get the chance to prove what the Silver State has known for years: tri‑tip sandwiches are the undisputed champions of Las Vegas tailgating.

USA TODAY and the Pro Football Hall of Fame are teaming up for a nationwide celebration of the foods that define football culture across all 32 NFL cities — and Raider Nation is officially on the clock. This summer, fans nationwide will vote in a bracket-style tournament to determine America’s Favorite Tailgating Food. Each team enters with one signature dish, and for the Raiders, nothing captures the spirit of the fan base better than tri‑tip — smoky, sliced, perfectly seasoned, and piled high on a sandwich built for game day. It’s bold, it’s West Coast, and it’s exactly the kind of flavor that fuels the most intimidating fan base in football. Every vote you cast helps Las Vegas advance through the bracket and also enters you into a giveaway for a $1,000 Pro Football Hall of Fame merchandise gift card. One lucky fan will walk away with the chance to load up on Hall of Fame apparel, collectibles, and memorabilia. This contest is part of a larger national event in Canton celebrating the food culture of all 32 NFL cities. It’s a showcase of regional pride, fan passion, and the traditions that make tailgating one of America’s greatest rituals.

So commit to excellence, Raider Nation. Cast your vote, rep your city, and help tri‑tip sandwiches carve their way through the bracket. Bragging rights are on the line — and Las Vegas’s tailgate legacy is ready to dominate.

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What to know about Great American Tailgate bracket challenge​

• No purchase is necessary to vote or enter the giveaway.
• You must be 21 or older and a legal U.S. resident (excluding Hawaii and Puerto Rico).
• Each fan can cast one vote per round, per day.
• Every valid vote equals one entry into the giveaway for a $1,000 Pro Football Hall of Fame gift card.
• Voting happens only on the SQWAD platform.
• The Sponsor may disqualify votes or voters for fraud, duplicate accounts, or suspicious activity.
• The food bracket winner receives recognition only — no prize.
• The giveaway winner will be notified around August 10, 2026.
• All disputes must be resolved through arbitration, as described in the official rules.

This article originally appeared on Raiders Wire: 'Raider Nation' rallies for tri tip in tailgate vote

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