Thanksgiving Day NFL

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Packers at Lions 12:30 ET Fox

In Detroit, the tradition of Thanksgiving and football is inseparable, akin to the classic pairing of peanut butter and jelly. This connection dates back to 1934 when the Lions hosted their inaugural Thanksgiving Day game. However, in recent years, the Lions haven't experienced much success on this special day, with their last victory dating back to 2016. As they prepare to face the Packers, who arrive in town with momentum from winning two of their last three games, the Lions aim to break their Thanksgiving Day drought. Interestingly, despite the Packers' recent successes, they find themselves on a four-game losing streak to the Lions, marking the second-longest such streak in the franchise's history.

Commanders at Cowboys 4:30 ET

The Cowboys have secured victories in four of their last five matchups, contrasting with the Commanders who have suffered defeats in four of their past five games. Dallas quarterback Dak Prescott boasts an impressive 9-2 record against Washington throughout his career, showcasing 19 touchdown passes and only four interceptions. Notably, Prescott has triumphed over the Commanders twice on Thanksgiving, in 2016 and 2018, delivering three touchdown passes without throwing a single interception on those occasions. Additionally, Prescott currently leads the NFL in QBR since Week 4, standing at an impressive 76.6, indicating he is poised to maintain his exceptional performance. However, it's worth noting that his Thanksgiving record stands at 3-3, accompanied by nine touchdown throws and five interceptions over his career.

49ers at Seahawks 8:20 ET

Even if they were at full strength, the Seahawks would face a formidable challenge against the superior 49ers team that bested them three times last season, amassing a combined score of 89-43. The difficulty of this matchup increased following injuries to quarterback Geno Smith and running back Kenneth Walker III on Sunday. While Pete Carroll expresses optimism that Smith can persevere through his triceps contusion, Walker's status is more uncertain due to an oblique strain that forced him out after the opening series. In the absence of Walker, Seattle would look to rookie second-round pick Zach Charbonnet to step up as the RB1, and if Smith is unable to play, Drew Lock would take the helm at quarterback.

Headlines 🚨

On This Day in Sport History: 1986 Wayne Gretzky becomes the 13^th NHLer to score 500 goals,

1991 NY Knicks pay Patrick Ewing a record $18.8 million for 2-year extension.

Broncos’ safety Kareem Jackson’s 4 game suspension upheld.

The New Orleans Saints place WR Michale Thomas on IR with knee injury.

NY Jets QB Aaron Rodgers says he will be back on the practice field in two weeks, only three months recovered from Achilles surgery.

Wahington joins Georgia, Ohio State and Michigan in the new ESPN college football playoff rankings.

James Madison will no longer pursue legal action against the NCAA for bowl eligibility.

Colorado QB Shadeur Sanders is day-to-day and is unclear whether hill will play in their season ender against Utah.

The Pacers outlast the Hawks 157-152 last night and this marked the 7^th game in regulation where both teams scored 150+ points.

Trends 📈📉 via Oddsshark

🏈 Packers at Lions

• The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Green Bay's last 6 games

• Green Bay is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games when playing on the road against Detroit

• Detroit is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games when playing at home against Green Bay

• Detroit is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games at home

🏈 Commanders at Cowboys

• The total has gone OVER in 7 of Washington's last 8 games when playing on the road against Dallas

🎓🏈 MISS at MSST

• The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Mississippi's last 5 games when playing on the road against Mississippi State

• The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Mississippi's last 5 games when playing Mississippi State 

Public Money 🤑 via VSiN at 9AMCT

🎓🏀 NCAAB

20% of bets and 43% of money is on UNDER 139 #11 GONZ at UCLA

31% of bets and 84% of money is on UNDER 140.5 #13 BAY at ORST

58% of bets and 84% of money is on UNDER 154 STAN at #20 ARK

11% of bets and 37% of money is on FRES +4.5

🏀 NBA

52% of bets and 74% of money is on OVER 241 WSH at CHA

43% of bets and 66% of money is on BKN +2

48% of bets and 73% of money is on MIA -3

22% of bets and 51% of money is on UNDER 211 MIA at CLE

31% of bets and 56% of money is on TOR +3

17% of bets and 58% of money is on UNDER 213 MEM at HOU

38% of bets and 71% of money is on MIN -7

48% of bets and 68% of money is on UNDER 231 LAC at SAS

Future Odds 🔮 via Bovada Sportsbook

Picks 🔒

Rockets -5 | The Rockets have won six straight home games. They are playing well offensively, scoring more than 113 points per game at home while making over 47 percent of their shots. The Rockets have played well defensively this season especially at home where they are holding opponents under 105 points per game.

Lions -7 | The Lions have one of the most electrifying offenses in the league with playmakers Amon-Ra St. Brown at wide receiver and electrifying rookie running back Jahmyr Gibbs. Quarterback Jared Goff is one of the main reasons why this Lions offense has been thriving and averaging 27 points per game, which ranks 6th-best in the league. The Packers’ defense is expected to struggle this week at stopping all of the Lions’ weapons and should be exposed.