Ranking the NFL’s loaded Thanksgiving football slate
The NFL's 2026 Thanksgiving schedule features an impressive lineup of games, showcasing rivalry matchups and playoff contenders. Fans can look forward to five standalone games across the holiday weekend, highlighting star quarterbacks and high-scoring offenses. This year's slate is considered one of the strongest in recent memory, promising an exciting viewing experience for football enthusiasts.
- ▪The Thanksgiving week slate includes five standalone games spread across Wednesday, Thursday, and Black Friday.
- ▪Rivalry matchups and playoff-caliber rosters are prominent in this year's schedule.
- ▪The games feature MVP quarterbacks and enough offensive firepower to keep fans engaged throughout the weekend.
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| Canonical URL | https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/ranking-nfl-loaded-thanksgiving-football-105020616.html |
| Publication time | Tue, 19 May 2026 10:50:20 +0000 |
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