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An inside look at NFL training camps. From the top coaches to the rookies trying to make the team, Hard Knocks showcases what it takes...

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  1. 6.6/10(35 votes)

    #1 - Episode 4

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    The sports world comes to a halt after the shooting of Jacob Blake and protests in Kenosha, WI.

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  2. 6.9/10(34 votes)

    #2 - Episode 3

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  3. 7.0/10(35 votes)

    #3 - Episode 2

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    Veterans spend rare down time getting to know each other better and rookies push for any chance to prove themselves worthy of making the team.

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  4. 7.0/10(35 votes)

    #4 - Episode 5

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    As cut day looms, veterans and rookies have one final chance to stake their claim on the team.

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  5. 7.2/10(42 votes)

    #5 - 08-11-2020

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    On the season premiere, cameras head to southern California to chronicle preparations by the Chargers and Rams organ­izations as the players and coaches return to work amid the new COVID-19 protocols.

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  6. 7.3/10(84 votes)

    #6 - Episode 1

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    Enthusiasm is building for the 2019 Raiders. Head coach Jon Gruden, in his second season since returning to Oakland, welcomes an intriguing mix of established veterans, highly regarded rookie hopefuls and free-agent acquisitions. The big off-season signing of former Pittsburgh Steeler Pro Bowl WR Antonio Brown has everyone around the team excited. Competition in training camp will be fierce.

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  8. 7.3/10(91 votes)

    #7 - Episode 1

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    Enthusiasm is building for the 2021 Cowboys as head coach Mike McCarthy, in his second season, welcomes an intriguing mix of established veterans and highly regarded rookie hopefuls. As training camp begins, all eyes are on Dak Prescott, who suffered a compound right ankle fracture and dislocation in week 5 last season. Dak also celebrates his birthday with his teammates.

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  9. 7.3/10(78 votes)

    #8 - Episode 2

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    After an intense scrimmage against the Rams, the Cowboys get well-deserved downtime at training camp.

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  10. 7.3/10(75 votes)

    #9 - Episode 3

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    The Cowboys are welcomed back in Dallas as they prepare for action on their home turf. Plus, the rookies learn valuable lessons from the team’s top veterans.

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  11. 7.3/10(67 votes)

    #10 - Episode 4

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    As the temperature rises during practice, the team finds ways to bond off the field. Meanwhile, some players have one last chance to make an impression.

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  12. 7.5/10(72 votes)

    #11 - Episode 2

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    The Los Angeles Rams visit Napa to play scrimmages against the Oakland Raiders ahead of their first preseason game. Jon Gruden reflects on hiring and mentoring Sean McVay when he was the head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

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  13. 7.5/10(63 votes)

    #12 - Episode 5

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    Stress levels reach an all-time high as the players prepare for roster cuts.

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  14. 7.6/10(60 votes)

    #13 - Episode 3

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    The grind and intensity of training camp sets in at the Raiders training camp facility in Napa. The Raiders travel to Arizona to take on the Cardinals in their second preseason game.

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  15. 7.6/10(90 votes)

    #14 - Episode 1

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    With expectations sky high, the Bears and #1 overall draft pick QB Caleb Williams open camp and prepare for their first preseason game.

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  16. 7.7/10(30 votes)

    #15 - Episode 03

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    Coaches review the Carolina pre-season game; roster positions are evaluated; the competition for wide receiver positions heats up.

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  17. 7.7/10(28 votes)

    #16 - Episode 01

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    Head coach Mike Smith and a roster of 90 players kick off training camp in Flowery Branch, GA. Coaches take the Atlanta Falcons through the first week of on-field drills as the team prepares for the 2014 regular season in the challenging NFC South division.

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  18. 7.7/10(44 votes)

    #17 - Episode 4

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    “The first sports-based reality series” in television history presents viewers with an inside look at NFL training camps. From the top coaches to the rookies trying to make the team, Hard Knocks will showcase what it takes to be in the NFL.

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  19. 7.7/10(45 votes)

    #18 - Episode 5

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    “The first sports-based reality series” in television history presents viewers with an inside look at NFL training camps. From the top coaches to the rookies trying to make the team, Hard Knocks will showcase what it takes to be in the NFL.

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  20. 7.7/10(112 votes)

    #19 - Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the New York Jets #2

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    Aaron Rodgers and the Jets travel to Carolina to practice against the Panthers and #1 overall draft pick Bryce Young.

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  21. 7.7/10(91 votes)

    #20 - Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the New York Jets #3

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    Running back Dalvin Cook joins the roster as the Jets host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for a joint practice in New Jersey.

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  22. 7.8/10(95 votes)

    #21 - Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the New York Jets #4

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  23. 7.9/10(25 votes)

    #22 - Training Camp With the Dallas Cowboys #1

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    New Cowboys coach Dave Campo explains his rules for training camp to the team. Several players tensions rise for a spot on the 53-man roster. There is also a look into the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders bond.

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  24. 7.9/10(24 votes)

    #23 - Training Camp With the Dallas Cowboys #2

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    The competition heats up as preparations for the 2002 season begin in earnest. The rookies face their first live test in a scrimmage against their in-state rivals, the Houston Texans.

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  25. 7.9/10(24 votes)

    #24 - Training Camp With the Dallas Cowboys #4

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    The Cowboys enjoy some good, clean fun before the "hard knocks" resume and injuries affect key members of the 2002 roster.

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  26. 7.9/10(22 votes)

    #25 - Training Camp With the Dallas Cowboys #5

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    The Cowboys wind down training camp in San Antonio as the rookies battle for the few remaining spots on the roster.

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Episode 4" is the worst rated episode of "Hard Knocks". It scored 6.6/10 based on 35 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 9/1/2020. This episode scored 0.3 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Episode 3".