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Cowboys Celebrate Thanksgiving Win with Turkey Tradition

11/30/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Dallas Cowboys celebrated a Thanksgiving win over the Kansas City Chiefs with tight end Jake Ferguson posing with a turkey during the postgame interview.
Ferguson's moment included teammates Ryan Flournoy and Brevyn Spann-Ford taking bites from the turkey, drawing mixed reactions.
CeeDee Lamb had seven receptions for 112 yards and looked on in disbelief as Jerry Jones joined the moment.

History

Historical Context

The Thanksgiving Day Game tradition began in 1934 with the Detroit Lions hosting the Chicago Bears, aimed at boosting attendance. In 1966, the Dallas Cowboys joined as hosts, enhancing the holiday's cultural significance. By 2006, a third primetime game was added, further solidifying Thanksgiving as a key date in the NFL calendar, showcasing team spirit and fan engagement.

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Story summary

The Dallas Cowboys celebrated a Thanksgiving win over the Kansas City Chiefs with tight end Jake Ferguson posing with a turkey during the postgame interview.
Ferguson's moment included teammates Ryan Flournoy and Brevyn Spann-Ford taking bites from the turkey, drawing mixed reactions.
CeeDee Lamb had seven receptions for 112 yards and looked on in disbelief as Jerry Jones joined the moment.

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