Thanksgiving football season is upon us, and in 2025, the holiday lineup is looking strong with three nationally televised games on FOX, CBS, and NBC. Whether you’re looking for game times, streaming options, or halftime performers, here’s your comprehensive guide to all the NFL matchups happening on Thanksgiving Day.
The festivities kick off with the Green Bay Packers taking on the Detroit Lions, a classic NFC North rivalry and a long-standing holiday tradition. The game will be broadcast on FOX, with the option to stream for free in 4K on Tubi, FOX Sports App, FOX One, and FOX Deportes. Adding to the excitement, Detroit native Jack White will headline the halftime show, powered by Verizon, following The White Stripes’ recent induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Moving on to the afternoon matchup, the Kansas City Chiefs will face off against the Dallas Cowboys, a highly anticipated game that consistently draws large audiences. CBS will broadcast the game, with the option to stream on Paramount+. Texas native Post Malone is set to headline the Red Kettle Kickoff, continuing the Cowboys’ tradition of supporting The Salvation Army.
In the evening, the Cincinnati Bengals will meet the Baltimore Ravens in a primetime AFC North showdown. The game will be broadcast on NBC, with streaming available on Peacock. The evening will also feature an extended tribute to John Madden, narrated by Chiefs head coach Andy Reid, with a live performance by Lil Jon.
And with that, the Thanksgiving football festivities come to a close, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the next round of exciting matchups.
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