Risotto stuffed brisket?!?  The heart of Plowboys BBQ is competition-style barbecue. It began in 2001 when Todd Johns and his brother-in-law, Randy Hinck, started Pork Pullin' Plowboys, their competition team. For the next six years, Todd and Randy would travel all over the country, participating in competitions, perfecting their craft and learning what makes truly great barbecue. Along the way Todd became a recurring theme at the American Royal, becoming Sausage Champion, Pork Reserve Champion, Brisket Champion, Chicken Reserve Champion, Pork Champion, Runner-Up and finally Grand Champion.