The WORST episodes of Hard Knocks
Every episode of Hard Knocks ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of Hard Knocks!
“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.
#1 - Episode 1
Season 19 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/9/2022
The Arizona Cardinals react to their Week 8 loss to the Minnesota Vikings.
#2 - Training Camp with the Detroit Lions #5
Season 18 - Episode 5 - Aired 9/6/2022
Coach Campbell and his staff make roster cuts and get ready for the season kickoff as the Lions finish up training camp.
#3 - Episode 2
Season 19 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/16/2022
With a 3-6 record and injuries to star safety Budda Baker and quarterback Kyler Murray, the Cardinals head to Los Angeles to take on the division rival and reigning Super Bowl Champion Los Angeles Rams.
#4 - Episode 3
Season 19 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/23/2022
After an important division win over the Los Angeles Rams behind backup quarterback Colt McCoy, the Cardinals head to Mexico to take on another NFC West rival, the San Francisco 49ers.
#5 - Episode 4
Season 19 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/30/2022
The Cardinals return home from Mexico City and deal with the fallout of a tough loss and the sudden dismissal of offensive line coach Sean Kugler.
#6 - Episode 5
Season 19 - Episode 5 - Aired 12/14/2022
After a restful bye week, the Arizona Cardinals return to action with little margin for error against the New England Patriots; Head Coach Kliff Kingsbury faces the coach who drafted him, Bill Belichick.
#7 - Episode 6
Season 19 - Episode 6 - Aired 12/21/2022
With starting quarterback Kyler Murray injured, veteran Colt McCoy leads the Cardinals to Denver to face the Broncos; it's a homecoming for both Defensive Coordinator Vance Joseph and rookie Tight End Trey McBride.
#8 - Episode 7
Season 19 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/28/2022
The Cardinals battle the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Christmas night as J.J. Watt and Budda Baker lead a depleted roster fighting to finish strong.
#9 - Episode 8
Season 19 - Episode 8 - Aired 1/4/2023
With J.J. Watt announcing his retirement, the Cardinals look to close the season on a high note as they travel to face the Atlanta Falcons.
#10 - Episode 9
Season 19 - Episode 9 - Aired 1/11/2023
In the season finale, the Cardinals wrap up a challenging year, reflecting on adversity, change, and what lies ahead for the organization.
#11 - Training Camp with the Detroit Lions #4
Season 18 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/30/2022
The Lions travel to Pittsburgh to play their final preseason game. With cutdown day approaching, it's the last chance for roster hopefuls.
#12 - Training Camp with the New York Jets #1
Season 20 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/8/2023
Superstar QB Aaron Rodgers starts his tenure with the New York Jets by impressing teammates, coaches and fans during the first week of training camp.
#13 - Training Camp with the New York Jets #2
Season 20 - Episode 2 - Aired 8/15/2023
Aaron Rodgers and the Jets travel to Carolina to practice against the Panthers and #1 overall draft pick Bryce Young.
#14 - Training Camp with the New York Jets #3
Season 20 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/22/2023
Running back Dalvin Cook joins the roster as the Jets host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for a joint practice in New Jersey.
#15 - Training Camp with the New York Jets #4
Season 20 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/29/2023
As the regular season approaches, Aaron Rodgers and the Jets starters suit up to battle their cross-town rivals, the New York Giants.
#16 - Training Camp with the New York Jets #5
Season 20 - Episode 5 - Aired 9/5/2023
Aaron Rodgers and the Jets prepare for the regular season by enjoying New York, while fringe players do anything they can to stay on the roster.
#17 - Episode 1
Season 21 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/21/2023
The Miami Dolphins return from their bye week ready for the second half of the season, starting with a matchup vs. the Las Vegas Raiders.
#18 - Episode 2
Season 21 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/28/2023
The Dolphins prepare to play the New York Jets in the first-ever Black Friday game.
#19 - Episode 3
Season 21 - Episode 3 - Aired 12/5/2023
The Dolphins add two-time Super Bowl champion Jason Pierre-Paul to the roster as they prepare to face the Washington Commanders.
#20 - Episode 4
Season 17 - Episode 4 - Aired 12/8/2021
Following their closely contested loss to the Buccaneers, the Colts enter a December schedule in which every game is crucial.
#21 - Episode 5
Season 15 - Episode 5 - Aired 9/8/2020
As cut day looms, veterans and rookies have one final chance to stake their claim on the team.
#22 - Training Camp with the Dallas Cowboys #1
Season 16 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/10/2021
America's Team, the Dallas Cowboys, kicks off training camp ahead of the 2021 NFL season.
#23 - Training Camp with the Dallas Cowboys #2
Season 16 - Episode 2 - Aired 8/17/2021
After an intense scrimmage against the Rams, the Cowboys get well-deserved downtime at training camp.
#24 - Training Camp with the Dallas Cowboys #3
Season 16 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/24/2021
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.
#25 - Training Camp with the Dallas Cowboys #4
Season 16 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/31/2021
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.