Football season is just around the corner, and the major teams are bracing themselves for training camp.  According to former Raiders coach John Madden, it�s time for the fans to get in shape for tailgating season as well.  In a recent survey conducted by Rag�, the majority of people found tailgating to be more fun than the actual game.  To get fans ready for the rigors of the season, Madden hosted the first-ever Rag� Tailgate Training Camp, where fans trained in such essential tailgating skills as grill hauling and sandwich handling under the toughest conditions.   Madden offers the following words of advice for planning the perfect tailgating party:

�When it comes to tailgating, it�s all about great food and great people.  So get creative with your dishes, plan ahead, and remember to keep it fun and easy!�

All of Madden�s advice, plus a sweepstakes where fans can vote for their favorite tailgate recipe and win a trip to Pro Football�s All Star Game in Hawaii in February is available at w-w-w-dot-eat-dot-com.  Or call 1-877-ragu-win.

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