Happy Thanksgiving Football Fans!
Three games highlight Thursday’s Thanksgiving slate, so let’s dive in without too much preamble. First, though, a quick thanks: to all football lovers who make this job enjoyable, even those Eagles and Steelers fans who never miss a chance to remind me when I’ve doubted their teams.
Eagles fans, I stand by my 9-8 preseason prediction—it’s not an insult! It’s a playoff-worthy record. Steelers fans, I see you too. This miracle season has been incredible, and I’m here for it.
Now, grab your turkey legs and settle in for some football.
Best Bets for Week 13
Lions (-9.5) vs. Bears
This line dipped below 10 on Wednesday, making the Lions a great pick for their Thanksgiving showdown. Detroit, under Dan Campbell, has transformed from perennial underdogs into a legitimate powerhouse. With an electric offense and a fired-up roster led by David Montgomery facing his former team, expect the Lions to take full advantage of their holiday home crowd. The Bears might stay competitive early, but Detroit’s depth and firepower will be too much.
Prediction: Lions cover the spread with a commanding win.
Player Props: CeeDee Lamb 60+ Yards/Malik Nabers 60+ Yards (+138)
In the Cowboys-Giants matchup, there’s value in offense despite a low total of 37.5 points. Tommy DeVito’s status puts the Giants’ quarterback position in flux, which could lead to a gutsy game plan involving Drew Lock. Nabers, who was underutilized last week, is poised to make an early impact, while Lamb remains Dallas’s primary offensive weapon. Both clearing 60 yards is well within reach—and the payout is sweet.
Pro Tip: This bet could cash early, especially if the quarterbacks exploit weak coverage.
Enjoy the games, your family, and all the pie you can handle. Happy Thanksgiving!