Why does the Detroit Lions always play on Thanksgiving?

Why do Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys always play games on thanksgiving day at their home field?

  • Answer:

    The Detroit Lions tradition started in 1934 by then owner G.A. Richards looking for a Holiday contest. The Dallas Cowboys tradition started in the 60's when the NFL was looking for another team and only Dallas accepted a Thursday game late in the season.

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