Thanksgiving has long been a tradition intertwined with the NFL, and the 2025 season will continue this celebration with a significant game announcement. Hall of Fame coach and CBS analyst Bill Cowher shared during “CBS Mornings” that CBS will feature a highly anticipated Thanksgiving matchup on November 27, 2025, between the storied franchises of the Dallas Cowboys and Kansas City Chiefs.
This game, scheduled for a 4:30 p.m. ET kickoff, will be broadcast on CBS and available for streaming on Paramount+. It is set to take place during the most popular viewing window on Thanksgiving, highlighting the Chiefs—who will also make a Christmas Day appearance—and the Cowboys, who will kick off their season against the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles on September 4.
Additionally, the Detroit Lions are expected to host the first game of the Thanksgiving tripleheader, followed by a prime-time game airing on NBC to wrap up the festive football day. The full 2025 NFL schedule will be unveiled on Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET on NFL Network, promising a celebration of football to unite fans during the holiday season.
This matchup not only exemplifies the excitement of Thanksgiving football but also offers a platform for both teams to showcase their skills and compete at the highest level. The game is anticipated to attract a massive audience, contributing to the longstanding tradition of enjoying American football as part of Thanksgiving festivities.