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Concussions may be a hot topic in the NFL, but the real brain damage occurs outside the stadium hours before kickoff. And while it won't actually protect your head, this collection of Thrillist-approved tailgating equipment for every budget will at least make you look like you have a functioning brain to begin with.

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The Great 'Gate

Published: October 8, 2012 at 3:00pm EDT

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