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When was the first NFL Thanksgiving game? History of tradition, every team's record

The Lions and Cowboys are the two mainstays on Thanksgiving, with Detroit playing their first game in 1934 and Dallas joining the tradition in 1966. Both teams have been permanent fixtures ever since, with four other teams being selected each year to round out the holiday schedule.

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Most memorable Thanksgiving moments in NFL history: From Leon Lett to Butt Fumble

From O.J. Simpson to Leon Lett, or the Butt Fumble to the coin flip flub, the NFL has produced some memorable Thanksgiving moments.

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NFL Thanksgiving Day Games History: Origin, traditions, team records and more

Here's a breakdown of the history of NFL games on Thanksgiving, including the origins, team records, traditions and more.

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Cowboys are still NFL's main course at Thanksgiving – but this game might give you a stomachache

The Cowboys are still the centerpiece at the NFL Thanksgiving table, but this year's showdown vs. the Giants could leave ...

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Why Do the Dallas Cowboys and Detroit Lions Always Play on Thanksgiving?

Ever wonder why the Lions and the Cowboys are fixtures on the NFL Thanksgiving schedule? As with many things, it comes down ...

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What is the Cowboys' Record on Thanksgiving? Full Year-by-Year History

Overall, the Cowboys are 33-22-1 all-time in their Thanksgiving Day games. They have won their game two years in a row, which snapped a three-game losing streak from 2019-21. They snapped the losing ...

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NFL Week 13 odds, picks for Thanksgiving Day games: Lions-Bears, Cowboys-Giants, Packers-Dolphins

A national Thanksgiving punchline the last few decades, the Detroit Lions are the current Super Bowl favorites, riding a nine-game winning streak and heavily favored over the NFC North rival Chicago ...

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