Question of the Day: The NFL on Thanksgiving

Name: Question of the Day: The NFL on Thanksgiving
Uploaded: 2023-11-17T18:00:50-08:00
Description: The Detroit Lions have hosted Thanksgiving football since 1934, making them the NFL's holiday tradition leaders. While the Dallas Cowboys joined the Thanksgiving schedule later, Detroit's earlier start gives them the overall record for most Turkey Day appearances. This annual tradition has produced memorable moments and remains one of professional football's most enduring holiday customs.

November 17, 2023

Question of the Day

The Detroit Lions have played the most Thanksgiving Day games in NFL history, hosting annually since 1934.

The Detroit Lions have hosted Thanksgiving football since 1934, making them the NFL's holiday tradition leaders. While the Dallas Cowboys joined the Thanksgiving schedule later, Detroit's earlier start gives them the overall record for most Turkey Day appearances. This annual tradition has produced memorable moments and remains one of professional football's most enduring holiday customs.