To attract fans and gain popularity, the Lions initiated Thanksgiving games in 1934, leveraging a nationwide radio broadcast to make the games a well-known tradition.
Thanksgiving football is celebrated not only for the sport but for the associated food, family gatherings, and fandom, attracting massive audiences annually.
The Dallas Cowboys embraced the Thanksgiving tradition in 1966, solidifying their relationship with the holiday as one of the teams that consistently plays each year.
The New York Giants, despite not having a recent Thanksgiving tradition, hold a rich history with the holiday, last winning in 1982.
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