Brisket vs. brats: Cowboys fans, cast your vote, get shot at $1000 prize

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Round 2 of the Great American Tailgate challenge is underway, and Cowboys fans have delivered one of the most dominant Round 1 performances in the entire bracket. Smoked brisket didn’t just advance — it surged, earning one of the highest vote totals of the round and proving that Texas barbecue is a force in this competition.

The challenge is a joint partnership between USA TODAY and the Pro Football Hall of Fame, who are teaming up for a nationwide celebration of the foods that define football culture across all 32 NFL cities.

Now, brisket faces Green Bay bratwurst — a Midwestern staple that also advanced convincingly and carries decades of tailgate tradition. This matchup is a clash of titans: slow‑smoked Texas brisket versus Wisconsin’s iconic brats.

Every ballot cast not only helps Dallas advance but also enters fans into a giveaway for a $1,000 Pro Football Hall of Fame merchandise gift card. One lucky voter will walk away with the chance to load up on Hall of Fame apparel, collectibles, and memorabilia.

This contest is part of a nationwide celebration in Canton highlighting the food identity of all 32 NFL cities — a showcase of regional pride, fan passion, and the traditions that make tailgating one of America’s greatest rituals.

So saddle up, Cowboys fans. Cast your vote, rep your state, and help smoked brisket push past a legendary challenger. Bragging rights are on the line — and Texas’s tailgate legacy is ready to dominate.

Get your tickets now: Celebrate food, football at Hall of Fame with Great American Tailgate

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 Cowboys Wire: Brisket vs. brats: Cowboys fans, cast your vote, get shot at $1000 prize

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