Harry Eats Five Plates of Ribs

Eating is hard work. Who knew a barbecue-eating contest could take so much out of you! 

I recently faced off against my longtime competitive eating nemeses, the roaches, and wow are they tough. I had them right where I wanted them, but I started to slow down after about five plates of ribs. At that point, I had no chance of recovery. Eating all of the barbecue made me so sleepy that I conked out on the table in Tom Lee Park. You know how you get sleepy after Thanksgiving dinner? Well that’s how I felt after eating five plates of ribs. Those roaches must have a secret, and I aim to find out what it is. It’s just not possible to eat as much as they do. I suppose there’s always hope for me next year!