Have NFL games been played on Black Friday?

The NFL has introduced a Black Friday game tradition, starting with the Miami Dolphins defeating the New York Jets in 2023. This year, the Chicago Bears will face the Philadelphia Eagles in the third annual Black Friday matchup, marking the first time the game won’t feature divisional rivals. Previous Black Friday games include the Dolphins’ victory in 2023 and the Kansas City Chiefs’ win over the Las Vegas Raiders in 2024. The league is set to continue this post-Thanksgiving tradition in 2025.

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