The NFL has announced a highly anticipated Thanksgiving Day showdown between the Dallas Cowboys and the Philadelphia Eagles, set to take place in Week 12. This annual tradition is a ratings juggernaut, with the Cowboys' games consistently drawing massive audiences. The 2025 Thanksgiving Day game between the Cowboys and the Kansas City Chiefs set a new regular-season record, attracting a staggering 57.3 million viewers. This year's match-up promises to be equally captivating, as the Cowboys, fresh off a four-game winning streak, host the Eagles, who last faced off against Dallas in the 2014 Thanksgiving Day game, resulting in a decisive Eagles victory. The history between these two teams is rich, with a notable encounter in 1989, dubbed the 'Bounty Bowl', where the Eagles, led by the legendary Buddy Ryan, soundly defeated the Cowboys, managed by Jimmy Johnson, with a score of 27-0. The Cowboys boast an impressive Thanksgiving Day record, having won 35 of their 58 games, while the Eagles have participated in seven Thanksgiving Day games. The Cowboys' 2026 schedule is now partially unveiled, with a road trip to face the New York Giants on Sunday Night Football and a trip to Rio de Janeiro to take on the Baltimore Ravens in Week 3. The full schedule will be revealed on Thursday at 8 p.m. ET, leaving fans eagerly awaiting the remaining matchups. This announcement not only adds excitement to the NFL season but also highlights the league's strategic scheduling, ensuring a diverse and captivating slate of games throughout the year.
