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College football is back – and so are the tailgates and celebrations for favorite teams.

But what constitutes the perfect tailgating food – and what are some factors that should be considered before game day?

"Your football team has put in the work over the last year, so it's only fair to make sure you've put in the work ahead of your tailgate," Josh Cooper told Fox News Digital.

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Cooper is a world champion pitmaster and political consultant in Tallahassee, Florida, home to Florida State University and Florida A&M University.

The former college football player shared some of his tips for a winning tailgate.

"Remember, winning starts

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