As the first team to start an annual tradition of playing on Thanksgiving, the Detroit Lions have naturally played more games on Thanksgiving than any other team and lead the way in both wins and losses on the holiday.
The Lions played their first Thanksgiving game in 1934, and they’ve hosted a game on the holiday every year since 1945 for a total of 84 games. In that span, the Lions have accumulated a record of 37-45-2.
Here’ the Lions on Thanksgiving by the numbers:
Games played: 84
Record: 37-45-2
2023 result: Loss vs. Green Bay Packers (29-22)
Streak: 7 straight losses (last win in 2016)
In 2024, the 10-1 Lions host the 4-7 Chicago Bears.
