NFL Thanksgiving 2024/ Bears vs. Lions/ Giants vs. Cowboys/ Dolphins vs. Packers/ NFL picks and predictions/ Thanksgiving football preview/ WASHINGTON/ Newslooks/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ The 2024 NFL Thanksgiving schedule features three exciting matchups as the Bears face the Lions, the Giants take on the Cowboys, and the Dolphins meet the Packers. Highlights include Detroit seeking its first Thanksgiving win since 2016 and Miami aiming to overcome its cold-weather struggles. Key stats, bold predictions, and betting insights set the stage for a thrilling football-filled holiday.
NFL Thanksgiving 2024: Quick Looks
Game 1: Chicago Bears (4-7) vs. Detroit Lions (10-1)
- Kickoff: 12:30 p.m. ET | CBS
- Odds: Lions -10 | O/U 48.5
- Storylines:
- Bears: WR DJ Moore thrives under new OC Thomas Brown, but faces a tough Lions defense.
- Lions: Boasting the NFL’s highest-scoring offense, Detroit seeks its first Thanksgiving win since 2016.
- Bold Prediction: Bears CB Jaylon Johnson intercepts Jared Goff.
- X-Factor: Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs, expected to shine with David Montgomery limited.
- Predictions: Lions favored by ESPN analysts with FPI giving them a 76.2% chance to win.
Game 2: New York Giants (2-9) vs. Dallas Cowboys (4-7)
- Kickoff: 4:30 p.m. ET | FOX
- Odds: Cowboys -4 | O/U 37.5
- Storylines:
- Giants: Reeling from six straight losses, the team may start QB Drew Lock due to injuries.
- Cowboys: Still winless at home this season but have won seven straight against the Giants in Dallas.
- Bold Prediction: WR Malik Nabers tallies 90+ yards.
- X-Factor: Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb, poised for a big game with Dak Prescott out.
- Predictions: Analysts lean toward a Cowboys victory, FPI gives them a slim 52.6% edge.
Game 3: Miami Dolphins (5-6) vs. Green Bay Packers (8-3)
- Kickoff: 8:20 p.m. ET | NBC, Universo, Peacock
- Odds: Packers -3.5 | O/U 46.5
- Storylines:
- Dolphins: Aim to defy their struggles in sub-40-degree weather with an efficient offense.
- Packers: Emerging as red-zone scorers, led by Josh Jacobs’ rushing dominance.
- Bold Prediction: Dolphins rookie Chop Robinson records 2+ sacks.
- X-Factor: Dolphins RB De’Von Achane, a dual-threat against Green Bay’s vulnerable defense.
- Predictions: Packers favored across the board, with FPI assigning a 66.3% chance to win.
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Deep Look
The 2024 NFL Thanksgiving slate promises a feast of football action with storylines spanning team history, player performances, and playoff implications.
Chicago Bears vs. Detroit Lions
Detroit enters the day with a 10-1 record and the league’s top offense, averaging over 40 points in its last three home games. Meanwhile, Chicago’s offense has found a spark under new OC Thomas Brown, with WR DJ Moore excelling after short-yardage targets. The Lions are heavily favored, but Bears CB Jaylon Johnson could play spoiler against Lions QB Jared Goff.
New York Giants vs. Dallas Cowboys
The Cowboys hope to break their home losing streak against a struggling Giants team missing key players. With Drew Lock likely stepping in at quarterback, WR Malik Nabers could emerge as a bright spot for New York. On Dallas’ side, WR CeeDee Lamb is poised for a strong performance despite Dak Prescott’s absence.
Miami Dolphins vs. Green Bay Packers
In the nightcap, the Dolphins look to shake their cold-weather woes in Green Bay, where freezing temperatures await. Miami’s offense has been highly efficient, scoring on 56.3% of drives since Week 8. Meanwhile, the Packers aim to build on their red-zone success, fueled by RB Josh Jacobs. Dolphins rookie pass rusher Chop Robinson could disrupt the Packers’ momentum, but Green Bay’s defense will look to contain RB De’Von Achane.
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