With the Big Game coming up, now’s a great time to lock in your Super Bowl grill plan. If you still need Super Bowl snack ideas, you can always go check out this post we recently put together. We’ve got you covered. Share your Super Bowl smoke strategies in the Dead Meat Society Facebook group or tag us on Instagram.

Now, here’s what we’ve been cooking up all week…

First up, Weber’s 2026 lineup shows where backyard cooking is headed. And your weekly meal prep doesn’t have to be smokeless. Plus, some must-try recipes for Moink balls, gochujang chicken burgers, and smoked chocolate bread pudding that really satiate that sweet tooth.

Every week, we crown the DMS champion of BBQ. And there are only two ways to enter: 1) Submit a pic to the Dead Meat Society Facebook Group 2) Tag us on Instagram. If you aren’t sharing (and competing), what the hell are you waiting for?

This week’s Smoke Show Champ is Ryan Westphal for a textbook finish on this French-tipped lamb chop roast. Shared via the Dead Meat Society Facebook Group.

Honorable mention to Eric Weakland for serving up the perfect winter dish. Shared via the Dead Meat Society Facebook Group.

Honorable mention to Jordan Samet for his dogs that bring the heat. Shared via the Dead Meat Society Facebook Group.

Have a Smoke Show submission? Stop wasting your time posting on all those other sites and share it with the Facebook group that gives a damn: Dead Meat Society. Or just tag us on Instagram.

That one story that will make you infinitely more interesting than your know-it-all brother-in-law. Seriously, wtf is that guy’s deal?

Weber just dropped its 2026 barbecue lineup, and it’s giving us a glimpse at what the future of grilling could look like.

The biggest shift is a smarter approach to charcoal that blends digital control with real fire, alongside updated gas grills and a growing system of connected tools.

Weber’s new release shows how smoke and technology are sharing the same space, and there isn’t a damn thing you or I can do about it…

The centerpiece of the 2026 range is the Performer Smart Charcoal Grill. It is Weber’s first fully WiFi-connected charcoal model. Built-in probes and a digital controller regulate airflow and track temps so you can cook low and slow with more confidence and less guesswork. What, no touch screen?

App alerts and remote monitoring let you keep track of your cook without hovering over the grill. Don’t worry, last time I checked, there are no rules that say you can’t still hover if you want.

The Genesis and Spirit gas grills now feature digital thermometers and app connectivity. This makes it easier to manage heat, track doneness, and stay consistent for longer cooks.

Weber also expanded its lineup of smart probes, controllers, and accessories that work across multiple grill types.

So, Dead Meat Society… what do we think about tech and smoke coming together in a big way in ‘26?

And, will any of these grills make an appearance in your Super Bowl weekend?

Like the memes you send back and forth in your group chat, except these won’t get you canceled. Oh, and lots more grill marks.

🥩 GAME DAY EATS: A Houston guide to Super Bowl takeout and to-go feasts, from smoked brisket to tacos and barbecue classics. Each of these spots offers great inspo for your Super Bowl theme.

🥩 SACRED GROUND: A hundred years of smoke left in these walls. Thanks to Kyle for sharing this old smokehouse in the DMS Facebook Group 👇

🥩 BUYER BEWARE: Costco’s BBQ burnt ends are getting heat for all the wrong reasons. Customer feedback says they fall short on flavor and texture, so consider this a reality check before you throw them in your cart.

🥩 BLUE MEAT: At no point did anyone ask if they should 👇

🥩 WEEKLY SMOKE: If your “meal prep” doesn’t involve smoke, are you even trying? 👇

Did we miss something? Share it in the Dead Meat Society Facebook group or tag us on Instagram for a chance to be featured.

Tips, tech & gear that’ll help you beat your friend’s meat. Wait, that came out wrong…

🥓 BUILT DIFFERENT: Some grills talk big and fold under pressure. This breakdown shows which ones can actually hold heat, manage smoke, and survive more than one summer of neglect.

🥓 BIRD BREAKDOWN: A few small mistakes turn deboning into a mess. These fixes make the process smoother and more precise.

🥓 GAME DAY DEALS: Amazon’s hosting and barbecue essentials are on clearance ahead of the Big Game, from grills and smokers to coolers and prep tools. If you’ve been thinking about upgrades or need game-day kits, now’s a good moment to lock them in.

🥓 GEAR PROTECTION: Weather, grease, and neglect are plotting against your grill. Time to stop them before you find yourself shopping for a replacement.

🥓 CRUST CONTROL: If your steak is gray, we need to talk. Chowhound has got the tips to show how to build a real crust without burning dinner or your dignity.

🥓 SNACK UPGRADE: We don’t do ordinary over here 👇

Did we miss something? Share it in the Dead Meat Society Facebook group or tag us on Instagram for a chance to be featured.

Like a Paula Deen cookbook, but with less butter and more BBQ sauce.

Bacon wrapped around meat wrapped around cheese. A new take on pigskin.

Looking for a different kind of burger? Throw a curveball at your Super Bowl party.

If dessert can be smoked, it should be.

Have a recipe you want to share? Share it in the Dead Meat Society Facebook group or tag us on Instagram for a chance to be featured.

A happy ending just for you.

That’s it for this week. If you make any of the recipes above, you’re legally obligated to share pics on the DMS Facebook Group or tag us on Instagram so we can feature them next week (sorry, we don’t make the rules).

And since the only thing that is better than grill marks and ice-cold beer is grill marks and ice-cold beer with a side of dad jokes, we’ll leave this right here…

Dead Meat Society Merch in the wild.

The best thing to do when it’s freezing temps is wear a DMS hoodie and whip up some dead meat…

You can grill like a champion with the first edition Dead Meat Society OG Toolkit, complete with…

You can only get the exclusive Dead Roll Tool Carrier with the full kit. What are you waiting for?

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