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These Things Make Tailgating Better

The Cowboys home opener is this Sunday. You’re probably excited. The grilling, the beer, the... possibility of going 8-8 for a fourth straight season. Right. Better just focus on the tailgating. This should help.

FOR HOLDING YOUR BEER

A 64-Ounce Jug of Draft Beer

You require: Cold beer of the draft variety.
You’ll receive: A 64-ounce vessel that’s double-walled, powder-coated and vacuum-insulated for keeping things chilly. Mete out rations for everyone. Mete out rations for yourself. Whatever feels right.

FOR HEARTY LUNCHES

A Literal Brick of Chili

You require: Some pregame sustenance. Something easy, though. Chili works.
You’ll receive: A five-pound brick of chili from Rudolph’s Market. It’s already seasoned, so all you’ve got to do is cook it. That reminds us: bring something to cook it.

FOR BRISKET DELIVERY

Platters of Lockhart That Come to You

You require: Meticulously smoked meats you don’t have to make yourself.
You’ll receive: A bunch of Lockhart barbecue. Consult their catering menu, order at least $250 and they’ll bring you a bunch of brisket, ribs, smoked chicken wings and whatever else sounds good. Maybe a moist towelette.

FOR BEING ALL COMPETITIVE

A Table to Play Games On

You require: Just a little something to pass the time. But not a football. Everyone brings footballs.
You’ll receive: A table that’s better than other tables. Use it to play games like backgammon. Use it for bouts of competitive beer pong. Use it to hold potato salad. See, great table.

FOR PROTECTION

Like Jeans, but an Apron

You require: Something to keep your shirt clean while you’re engaged in barbecue-sauce-related activities.
You’ll receive: This torso smock from Steven Alan. It’s made from Japanese denim, which is very fine denim. And it’s got three pockets that look suspiciously accommodating to beer-sized objects.