NFL Moments That Shaped Thanksgiving Tradition: From Iconic Plays to Bloopers We’ll Never Forget

Thanksgiving football, since 1876, has gifted fans with iconic moments. Highlights include Mark Sanchez’s 2012 ‘Butt Fumble,’ Randy Moss’s 1998 dominance over the Cowboys, and Peyton Manning’s 2004 six-touchdown feast. Other notable events include Leon Lett’s 1993 blunder and O.J. Simpson’s 1976 rushing record. Thanksgiving Day games blend unforgettable plays, controversies, and legendary performances.