Tailgating set up question

My group last year used to park a truck full of the tailgating equipment on the side of Nicholson last year the night before the game and when we were ready to go to the game, we could just pack it back up. Obviously that's not going to be an option this year. I know Highland and Nicholson will be one way flows but when will this begin? I live on Highland Rd by Chimes, so would we be able to drive down Highland around 7 am, find a spot to unload and just pick our stuff back up around 1:30 am after the game? We'll have people stay with this tailgate this year, so packing up before the game won't be a necessity. If you have better plans feel free to post them.