With Thanksgiving right around the corner, the spotlight isn’t just on the Detroit Lions — it’s also on Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow. During a recent media session, Burrow couldn’t resist poking fun at the Lions’ storied history on the holiday, joking about their past struggles in front of the cameras.
“Detroit’s got some… interesting Thanksgiving traditions,” Burrow quipped, earning laughs from reporters and fans alike. The comments were all in good fun, but they also set the stage for a high-stakes matchup between the NFC North Lions and AFC powerhouse Bengals.
Detroit fans know the history: the Lions have hosted games on Thanksgiving since 1934, with memorable highs and lows along the way. Burrow’s playful remarks are sure to stoke the rivalry even further, adding a layer of drama to what promises to be a thrilling holiday showdown.
As kickoff approaches, all eyes will be on Ford Field — and while Burrow joked, the Lions are likely focused on turning past narratives into a win in front of their home crowd. One thing’s for sure: this Thanksgiving, the Bengals and Lions are giving fans plenty to talk about.
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