Thanksgiving football is about to get a whole lot spicier. The Cowboys and Eagles don't need any extra motivation to bring the heat, but this year, their rivalry might come with a side of gravy.

Just hours after the NFL announced that Dallas will kick off the 2026 season with a primetime visit to MetLife Stadium against the Giants, whispers are circulating about another marquee matchup—this time on America's favorite holiday. According to Ryan Fowler of NBC Sports Philadelphia, citing a source, the Eagles are rumored to be the team heading to Dallas for the traditional late-afternoon Thanksgiving slot. While the league hasn't made it official yet (the full regular-season schedule drops Thursday night), the buzz is already electric.

If the rumor holds true, this would mark only the third time these bitter rivals have clashed on Thanksgiving Day. The last meeting came in 2014, when Philly's Mark Sanchez and LeSean McCoy outplayed Tony Romo and DeMarco Murray in a decisive 33-10 Eagles victory. The first holiday showdown dates back to 1989's infamous "Bounty Bowl," where the Eagles were accused of offering cash bounties for knocking Cowboys players out of the game—a chapter that remains etched in NFL lore.

This year's potential matchup brings even more intrigue. New Cowboys defensive coordinator Christian Parker would face his former team, adding a compelling layer to an already heated rivalry. And with the Cowboys and Eagles set to meet twice in 2026, the Thanksgiving game could set the tone for the season.

Whether you're a Cowboys fan dreaming of revenge or an Eagles supporter craving another holiday win, this is one turkey-day clash you won't want to miss. Get your game-day gear ready—this rivalry is about to serve up something special.