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The Great American Tailgate challenge Final Four is here, and Giants fans have pushed sausage and peppers into one of the most compelling matchups of the bracket. New York advanced with a competitive but clear win over LA street tacos, proving that this tri‑state classic still commands serious respect.
Now, sausage and peppers face Philadelphia cheesesteaks — the bracket’s most dominant performer and a dish that surged through Round 3 with overwhelming support. This matchup pits sizzling sausage and peppers — a staple woven into the fabric of New York food culture — against thin‑sliced beef and melted cheese, the unmistakable symbol of Philadelphia.
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.
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Every ballot cast not only helps New York 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 stand tall, Giants fans. Cast your vote, rep your city, and help sausage and peppers push toward the championship.
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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 Rockland/Westchester Journal News: Sausage & peppers vs cheesesteaks: Giants fans vote for shot at $1,000 prize
