What is the Dallas Cowboys' record on Thanksgiving? Exploring franchise's record

The Dallas Cowboys will host the Kansas City Chiefs on Thanksgiving Day 2025. It will mark a high-profile Week 13 matchup at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

Game Details:

• Date: Thursday, November 27, 2025
• Kickoff Time: 4:30 PM ET
• Broadcast: CBS & Paramount+
• Location: AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas

With Cooper Rush and Tommy DeVito starting at quarterback for both teams, the game between the Dallas Cowboys and the New York Giants in Week 13 doesn't seem like a particularly interesting matchup, but it will continue the Cowboys' Thanksgiving custom.

The Cowboys started playing on Thanksgiving in 1966, although it was essentially a PR ploy at the time. But the idea took off, and the team has been a Turkey Day mainstay since that time, with a couple of notable exceptions.

Now, let's find out if the Cowboys have found success while playing on Thanksgiving Day.

Exploring Dallas Cowboys' record on Thanksgiving Day

The Dallas Cowboys have a long-standing tradition of playing on Thanksgiving Day, dating back to 1966. Their all-time record on Thanksgiving is 34-22-1.

2024: Win vs. New York Giants (27-20)

2023: Win vs. Washington Commanders (45-10)

2022: Win vs. New York Giants (28-20)

2021: Loss vs. Las Vegas Raiders (36-33)

2020: Loss vs. Washington Football Team (41-16)

The Cowboys have hosted a Thanksgiving game every year since 1966, except for 1975 and 1977, when the St. Louis Cardinals were given the holiday slot.

Their best Thanksgiving stretch came in the 1980s, when they won six straight games from 1980 to 1985.

They have faced division rivals frequently, including multiple matchups against Washington, the Giants, and the Eagles.

Dallas Cowboys' record over the past 10 Thanksgiving Day games

The Dallas Cowboys have gone 5-5 in their last 10 Thanksgiving Day games.

2024: Win vs. New York Giants (27-20)

2023: Win vs. Washington Commanders (45-10)

2022: Win vs. New York Giants (28-20)

2021: Loss vs. Las Vegas Raiders (33-36)

2020: Loss vs. Washington Football Team (16-41)

2019: Loss vs. Buffalo Bills (15-26)

2018: Win vs. Washington Redskins (31-23)

2017: Loss vs. Los Angeles Chargers (6-28)

2016: Win vs. Washington Redskins (31-26)

2015: Loss vs. Carolina Panthers (14-33)

Specifically talking about last season, the Dallas Cowboys defeated the New York Giants 27-20 in their 2024 Thanksgiving Day matchup at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

Rico Dowdle led the Cowboys' offense with 112 rushing yards and two touchdowns. Cooper Rush started at quarterback for Dallas, throwing for 195 yards and a touchdown.The Cowboys' defense forced two turnovers, including a pick-six in the second quarter that gave them the lead for good. Drew Lock started for the Giants, replacing Tommy DeVito, who was out with a forearm injury. Lock threw for 178 yards and a late rushing touchdown but couldn’t complete the comeback.

Week 13 Thanksgiving games: What time and channel is the Cowboys-Giants game on?

The NFL has scheduled the New York Giants to play the Dallas Cowboys in Week 13 in the hopes that the divisional rivalry will spice up Thanksgiving slate this year.

Everything you need to know about the NFL Thanksgiving game and where to watch it is provided below:

Date and Time: Thursday, Nov. 28, at 4:30 p.m. EST

Location: AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas

TV: FOX

Announcers: Kevin Burkhardt, Tom Brady, Erin Andrews, Tom Rinaldi

Live streaming: FuboTV, NFL+

The Cowboys are riding a 4-7 record going into their Week 13 matchup with the Giants, indicating that their season hasn't gone as planned. However, Dallas defeated the Washington Commanders 34–26 in their most recent game and will try to carry that momentum into Thanksgiving Day.

The Giants, who are currently 2-9 on the season, suffered a devastating 30-7 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday. Following the decision to release Daniel Jones last week, the team will continue to deploy either Drew Lock or Tommy DeVito as quarterback.