NFL Thanksgiving Showdown: Lions, Cowboys, Chiefs, Bengals Clash in 20th Consecutive Holiday Games
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The NFL's beloved Thanksgiving tradition continues for the 20th straight year, with three thrilling games set to captivate fans on November 27, 2025. The Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys, iconic hosts of the holiday slate, will each take the field for the 60th consecutive year. The Lions' Thanksgiving legacy dates back to 1934, with the Cowboys joining the tradition since the start of the Super Bowl era. However, the Lions and Cowboys have missed hosting a game twice in the past – in 1975 and 1977. The 2025 schedule kicks off with the Detroit Lions hosting their NFC North rivals, the Green Bay Packers, at Ford Field at 1 PM ET. The Lions are riding a home-field momentum after defeating the New York Giants in Week 12. In the late afternoon, the Kansas City Chiefs will face off against the Dallas Cowboys at 4:30 PM ET, as the Chiefs seek to stay in contention for the playoffs after a Week 13 resurgence. The evening's prime-time matchup features the Cincinnati Bengals traveling to Baltimore to take on the Ravens at 8:20 PM ET. The Ravens enter this game on a five-game winning streak, looking to keep their momentum going. Don't miss the action: The Green Bay Packers vs Detroit Lions will air on FOX at 1 PM ET, while the Kansas City Chiefs vs Dallas Cowboys can be seen on CBS at 4:30 PM ET. The Cincinnati Bengals vs Baltimore Ravens will be broadcast on NBC at 8:20 PM ET. This year's Thanksgiving falls on November 27, 2025. For those wondering when the tradition began, the first NFL Thanksgiving game was played in 1934.
