The History of Thanksgiving Day Football
Thanksgiving Day football has a long and storied history, dating back to the late 1800s. The first recorded Thanksgiving Day football game took place in 1876 between Yale and Princeton. Since then, the tradition has continued, with many of the NFL's most iconic teams playing on Thanksgiving Day, including the Dallas Cowboys.
The Dallas Cowboys Thanksgiving Tradition
The Dallas Cowboys have been a staple of Thanksgiving Day football since 1966, when the team played their first Thanksgiving Day game against the Cleveland Browns. Since then, the Cowboys have played on Thanksgiving Day every year except for two, in 1975 and 1977.
The 2021 Thanksgiving Day Game
The 2021 Thanksgiving Day game will see the Dallas Cowboys take on the Las Vegas Raiders. The game will be played at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, and is set to kick off at 4:30 PM EST. The game will be broadcast on CBS.
The Dallas Cowboys' Thanksgiving Day Record
The Dallas Cowboys have an impressive record on Thanksgiving Day, with a record of 32 wins, 20 losses, and one tie. The team has played some memorable games on Thanksgiving Day, including a 51-48 victory over the Washington Football Team in 2013.
The Importance of the Thanksgiving Day Game
The Thanksgiving Day game is an important tradition for the Dallas Cowboys and their fans. It's a time for families to come together and enjoy a day of food, football, and fun. For the team, it's a chance to showcase their skills on a national stage and to continue their winning tradition on Thanksgiving Day.
The Best Thanksgiving Day Games in Cowboys History
The Dallas Cowboys have played some memorable games on Thanksgiving Day over the years. Here are some of the best:
1974: Dallas Cowboys vs. Washington Redskins
In one of the most famous games in NFL history, the Dallas Cowboys defeated the Washington Redskins 24-23 in a game that became known as the "Thanksgiving Day Miracle." The Cowboys overcame a 16-point deficit in the fourth quarter to win the game.
1993: Dallas Cowboys vs. Miami Dolphins
The Dallas Cowboys defeated the Miami Dolphins 16-14 in a game that featured a memorable Leon Lett blunder. With the Cowboys leading by two points and just seconds remaining in the game, Lett recovered a fumble and began to celebrate prematurely, allowing the Dolphins to recover the ball and attempt a game-winning field goal. Fortunately for the Cowboys, the kick missed wide right.
1998: Dallas Cowboys vs. Minnesota Vikings
The Dallas Cowboys defeated the Minnesota Vikings 46-36 in a game that featured an incredible performance by Cowboys quarterback Troy Aikman. Aikman threw for 455 yards and three touchdowns, leading the Cowboys to victory in a game that had a combined 82 points.
In Conclusion
The Dallas Cowboys' Thanksgiving Day game is an important tradition that has been a part of the NFL for over 50 years. The 2021 game promises to be another exciting matchup, as the Cowboys take on the Las Vegas Raiders. Whether you're a die-hard Cowboys fan or just enjoy a good game of football, the Thanksgiving Day game is something that you won't want to miss!
