Thanksgiving just got a whole lot more interesting for Cowboys fans. While we're still waiting for the full 2026 NFL schedule drop, a few key dates have already leaked—and they're serving up some juicy matchups.

First, the season kicks off with a primetime rematch: the Cowboys head to MetLife Stadium for Sunday Night Football against the New York Giants, picking up right where 2025 ended. That's two straight seasons of Cowboys fans counting down the hours to Sunday night—last year, it was actually a Thursday night NFL kickoff against the Eagles, but NBC still counts it as SNF. Speaking of those reigning division champs...

The Philadelphia Eagles will make their annual trip to AT&T Stadium on Thanksgiving Day. That's right—turkey, touchdowns, and a little NFC East drama. This marks the first time the Cowboys host the Eagles on Thanksgiving since 2014, and Dallas has never beaten Philadelphia on this holiday. Historically, Turkey Day hasn't been kind to the home team in this matchup: the Eagles rolled to a 33-10 win in 2014 and a 27-0 shutout in the infamous "Bounty Bowl" back in 1989—a season that ended 1-15 in Jerry Jones' first year as owner.

For context, this will be the fourth time in five seasons the Cowboys face a division rival on Thanksgiving. They beat the Giants in 2022 and 2024, with a win over Washington sandwiched in between in 2023. But Philadelphia brings a different level of heat, especially after their recent division title.

Whether you're pulling on your favorite Cowboys gear or prepping for a game-day feast, this year's Thanksgiving matchup has all the ingredients for something special. Let's just hope the Cowboys are the ones doing the cooking this time.