Thanksgiving Football: Exciting Matchups Await in 2024

This year in Detroit, families will gather around the TV and feast on delicious food while enjoying the action on the football field this Thanksgiving. For nearly twenty years, the NFL has delighted fans with three games on this special holiday, and 2024 will be no different with an exciting lineup that is sure to entertain.

The Thanksgiving action will kick off on Thursday, November 28 as the Detroit Lions, who are leading the NFC, take on their long-time division rivals, the Chicago Bears. This matchup is eagerly anticipated as both teams look to establish dominance early in the season. Following the Lions-Bears game will be the Dallas Cowboys hosting the New York Giants, a classic rivalry that never fails to deliver thrilling moments. Finally, the day will conclude with the Miami Dolphins facing off against the Green Bay Packers at the iconic Lambeau Field.

The Bears-Lions game will serve as the appetizer, the Giants-Cowboys matchup will be the main course, and the Dolphins-Packers game will serve as the sweet dessert for die-hard NFL fans.

For the past few years, Thanksgiving has seen some interesting results on the field. The Lions have had a rough streak, losing their last seven games played on Thanksgiving, including a 29-22 defeat against the Packers in 2023. In contrast, the Cowboys were on a high following a stunning 45-10 win over the Washington Commanders last year.

In addition to the Thanksgiving games, fans can also look forward to a new tradition. For the second consecutive year, there will be a Black Friday game streamed on Prime Video. This year, on Friday, November 29, catch the Kansas City Chiefs hosting the Las Vegas Raiders at 2 p.m. CT. It’s shaping up to be a memorable week filled with family, food, and, of course, football.