Dallas Cowboys and Detroit Lions: Annual Thanksgiving Matchups Explained
Summary
The NFL tradition of the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys playing on Thanksgiving Day comes from historical decisions. The Lions started the tradition in 1934 to promote their team, and the Cowboys joined in 1966 with a condition to play at home. These games are now staples of Thanksgiving football.Key Facts
- The Detroit Lions started playing on Thanksgiving in 1934 to boost their team's popularity.
- George A. Richards, owner of the Lions, arranged a radio broadcast to promote the first Thanksgiving game.
- The Dallas Cowboys began their Thanksgiving tradition in 1966, proposed by then-General Manager Tex Schramm.
- The Cowboys agreed to play on Thanksgiving under the condition they would host the game.
- The Lions have hosted an annual Thanksgiving game except during World War II.
- The "Thanksgiving Day Massacre" refers to the 1962 game where the Lions defeated the Green Bay Packers with a strong defensive performance.
- On Thanksgiving, the Lions will play the Green Bay Packers at 1 pm Eastern, aired on Fox.
- The Cowboys will face the Kansas City Chiefs at 4:30 pm Eastern, aired on CBS.
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