The Dallas Cowboys have long been recognized as "America's Team" with the star on their helmets, which has resonated with people around the country since the franchise's inception.
One of the biggest days on the NFL calendar each year is Thanksgiving Day, where it is a day full of football while families enjoy time with each other around the United States. The Cowboys have been an integral part of the NFL on Thanksgiving since the 1960s.
Dallas, along with the Detroit Lions, has played a game on all but two Thanksgiving Days since it began the tradition in 1966. With the NFL releasing its full schedule for the 2026 season on Thursday, the league gave a sneak peak into the Cowboys' plans on the holiday this year.
On Monday, the Cowboys reacted to the news that they will take on the divisional rival Philadelphia Eagles this year on Thanksgiving. The Week 12 matchup between NFC East foes will be one of two times Dallas and Philadelphia meet during the 2026 season.
"Divisional Duel on Turkey Day ," the caption read.
Divisional Duel on Turkey Day
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— Dallas Cowboys (@dallascowboys) May 11, 2026
The matchup, that will feature Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott and Eagles signal caller Jalen Hurts, will take place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas on November 26 at 4:30 p.m. ET on Fox.
The Cowboys have had a very good time in Thanksgiving games throughout the team's history, going 34-22-1 overall in the matchups on Turkey Day. Prescott has also seen success against the Eagles in his career, going 10-5 against Philadelphia overall.
Dallas' and the rest of the NFL's schedule for the 2026 season will be released on Thursday.
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