It’s gameday once again, and the Cowboys are setting the table for another installment of their longtime holiday tradition. We’ll look back at some of the history behind America’s Team on America’s holiday and get into why this year it may come down to survival of the healthiest. We’ve got the keys to a Dallas win, final score predictions, and a sampling of the menu for fans who’ll spend Turkey Day at JerryWorld.
Meanwhile, Tony Pollard has some new hardware to show off after a big day up north, Dak Prescott is cementing his place among the passing elite, and Micah Parsons is giving back… and already looking ahead at life after football. We’ve got a hint at what the offensive line will look like once Tyron Smith returns, we’re remembering one of John Madden’s most beloved annual rituals, and we’re celebrating two longtime Cowboys who are a step closer to football immortality. Make yourself a plate and dive into the Thanksgiving Day News and Notes.
Anthony Barr is out for another game. Micah Parsons is questionable with a knee and ankle injury; Osa Odighizuwa is also questionable thanks to his knee. The illness running through the clubhouse has seven Cowboys- all on the defense- listed as questionable. The Giants are in even worse shape; of the seven players listed as out, four are offensive linemen. And another two of their front five are questionable.
Defensive end Takk McKinley has been elevated from the practice squad to help aid the Cowboys through the bug that’s going around through Dan Quinn’s unit. Offensive lineman Aviante Collins also gets the gameday call-up for Week 12.
The linebacker recently orchestrated a giveaway of 1,000 turkeys to needy families, personally handing them off at The Star in Frisco. It’s not just a PR stunt; it speaks to who Parsons is. “I would hate to ever be categorized into just one box,” he says, “because I know there’s so much inside of me and so much left that I want to do.” He’s already planning a two-year mission trip to Africa after he retires from football… and hopefully after bringing another Lombardi or two to Dallas.
When the eight-time Pro Bowler comes back, it will apparently be at left tackle. That will slide rookie Tyler Smith down to left guard, where he spent training camp. It’s unclear what the move will mean for Connor McGovern and Jason…
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