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Can Pickens Mimic Moss's Thanksgiving Glory Against Vikings?

11/28/2025

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On Thanksgiving Day 1998, Randy Moss starred for the Minnesota Vikings against the Dallas Cowboys, catching three passes for 163 yards and three touchdowns to boost the Vikings to a 10-1 record.
Moss felt slighted after the Cowboys passed on him in the draft.
Today, Cowboys receiver George Pickens has the opportunity to replicate Moss's success, potentially prompting Vikings fans to reconsider their loyalty.

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Story summary

On Thanksgiving Day 1998, Randy Moss starred for the Minnesota Vikings against the Dallas Cowboys, catching three passes for 163 yards and three touchdowns to boost the Vikings to a 10-1 record.
Moss felt slighted after the Cowboys passed on him in the draft.
Today, Cowboys receiver George Pickens has the opportunity to replicate Moss's success, potentially prompting Vikings fans to reconsider their loyalty.