NFL Thanksgiving Games 2026: How to Watch
The NFL plays on Thanksgiving every year, and 2026 adds extra games on Thanksgiving Eve and Black Friday. Here is where each game airs and how to watch.
NFL Thanksgiving Schedule 2026
- Thanksgiving Eve (Wednesday, November 25): Packers vs. Rams on Netflix.
- Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 26): Bears vs. Lions on CBS, Eagles vs. Cowboys on FOX, and Bills vs. Chiefs on NBC.
- Black Friday (Friday, November 27): Broncos at Steelers on Prime Video.
Where to Watch the Thanksgiving Games
- CBS: Bears vs. Lions. CBS games also stream on Paramount+ in local markets.
- FOX: Eagles vs. Cowboys. FOX games stream on FOX One.
- NBC: Bills vs. Chiefs. NBC games also stream on Peacock.
- Netflix: The Thanksgiving Eve game.
- Prime Video: The Black Friday game.
Can I Watch the Thanksgiving Games Without Cable?
Yes, for the games on CBS, FOX, and NBC, which are free over the air with an antenna in most areas. Netflix and Prime Video games need those services. Peacock carries the NBC game.
Why the Lions and Cowboys Play on Thanksgiving
The Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys host games on Thanksgiving Day every year, which is one of the NFL's best-known holiday traditions. The league adds more national games around the holiday, including a game on Thanksgiving Eve and a Black Friday game.
NFL Thanksgiving Games FAQ
What NFL games are on Thanksgiving 2026?
Bears vs. Lions on CBS, Eagles vs. Cowboys on FOX, and Bills vs. Chiefs on NBC.
Is there an NFL game on Thanksgiving Eve?
Yes. Packers vs. Rams is on Netflix.
Is there a Black Friday NFL game?
Yes. Broncos at Steelers is on Prime Video.
What time zone are the kickoff times in?
All kickoff times on this site are shown in Eastern Time (ET).