Many Americans love getting together with friends and family for delicious food, nice company, and ideally not too much political talk during the long, sports-filled Thanksgiving holiday.
All of the NFL and collegiate sports you can enjoy are also available.
Here is a guide to one of the most anticipated sporting events of the year, with a look at the main events and how to watch them. Pacific time is used throughout. BetMGM Sportsbook is the source of all odds.
What to watch Thursday
NFL
Pro football enthusiasts may look forward to a tripleheader.
Detroit vs. Chicago, 9:30 a.m. CBS:The Bears, led by rookie quarterback Caleb Williams, take on the Lions, who are among the favorites to make it to the Super Bowl in February. The Lions are favored by ten.
Dallas vs. New York Giants, 1:30 p.m. Fox:Both the Cowboys and the Giants are currently using backup quarterbacks for various reasons after having terrible seasons. Dallas will still be in the running for the playoffs, though, if it can find a way to win. 3 1/2 in favor of the cowboys.
Miami against. Green Bay, NBC/Peacock, 5:20 p.m.:Despite their initial misstep, the Packers have won six of their last seven games. To strive to stay ahead in the NFC North, they will need to defeat Miami. The Packers are three points ahead.
College football
Memphis at position 17. ESPN, Tulane, 4:30 p.m.:This is a great warm-up for a big weekend if you’re a huge fan of college football. The Green Wave’s undefeated record in the AAC is attempted to be ruined by the Tigers. 14 people favor Tulane.
What to watch Friday
NFL
Kansas City leads the league in a rare Friday matchup.
Midday in Kansas City, Las Vegas Kansas City and quarterback Patrick Mahomes are favored by 12 points over the Raiders, according to Prime Video.
College basketball
Around the nation, some of the best programs compete in holiday competitions.
No. 3 Gonzaga, No. 14 Indiana, and No. 24 Arizona are among the eight teams competing in the Battle 4 Atlantis championship, which airs on ESPN at 2:30 p.m.
Invitational for Rady Children, 3 p.m., Fox:No. 23 Mississippi and No. 13 Purdue are two of the four teams competing in the championship game.
College football
There are plenty of college sports to watch.
In Saturday’s college football game against the Washington State Cougars at Reser Stadium in Corvallis, Oregon State tight end Jermaine Terry II (#84) makes it to the end zone for a touchdown.Meagher, Sean/The Oregonian
Oregon State at No. 11 9 am, Boise State Fox: When the Broncos host the Beavers, they aim to maintain their hopes of making the College Football Playoffs. Boise State has a 19 1/2 advantage.
Oklahoma State at number 25 Colorado, 9 a.m., ABC: When the Buffaloes meet the Cowboys, Coach Prime will still be vying for the Big 12 title. Colorado has a 16 1/2 advantage.
No. 7 Georgia Tech Georgia, ABC, 4:30 p.m.:The Bulldogs are on track to qualify for the CFP, but they play rival Georgia Tech in a potentially difficult game. Georgia had a 19 1/2 advantage.
NBA
After Thanksgiving, professional basketball resumes.
Los Angeles Lakers at. Oklahoma City, 7 p.m. ESPN:The Thunder appear to be among the top teams in the Western Conference of the NBA. They will host the Lakers, LeBron James, and Anthony Davis.
What to watch Saturday
College football: There are more games that could affect the playoffs.
Michigan at number two 9 a.m., Ohio State Fox:One season after taking home the national championship, the Wolverines are having trouble. If they upset the Buckeyes, their fan base would be more happier. Ohio State has a 21-point advantage.
The seventh Vanderbilt vs. Tennessee, ABC, 9 a.m.:The Commodores have been a formidable team this season and have already pulled off a huge upset over Alabama, but the Volunteers are a clear favorite and have dominated this series. Tennessee is ahead by eleven.
South Carolina at No. 12, ranked No. 15 ESPN, Clemson, 9 a.m.:The CFP playoff battle is poised between the Palmetto State rivals. For Clemson in particular, a victory would be crucial to securing its place in the field. Clemson had a 2 1/2 advantage.
At 4:30 p.m., No. 3 Texas takes on No. 20 Texas A&M. ABC: For the first time since the Longhorns joined the SEC in 2011, the Aggies will play their in-state opponent. 5 1/2 in favor of Texas.
Washington and Oregon players watch the pre-game coin toss before the No. 3 Huskies and No. 5 Ducks meet in the Pac-12 championship game at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Friday, Dec. 1, 2023.Meagher, Sean/The Oregonian
NBC, Washington vs. Oregon, 4:30 p.m.All season long, the top-ranked Ducks have been among the finest teams in the country. They will play the Huskies, who would be thrilled with a big victory in their debut season under coach Jedd Fisch. 19 1/2 in favor of Oregon.
NBA
A star-studded clash is part of the league s lineup.
Golden State at Phoenix, 6 p.m., NBA TV:Steph Curry and the Warriors are set to face the Suns Big Three of Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal.
What to watch Sunday
NFL
It s Sunday, that says it all.
Pittsburgh at Cincinnati, 10 a.m., CBS:Joe Burrow is having a great season for the Bengals, who are struggling in other areas. They need a win to stay in the playoff race, hosting a Steelers team that s 8-3 and won five of their past six. Bengals favored by 3.
Arizona at Minnesota, 10 a.m., Fox:The Cardinals are tied for the top of the NFC West while the Vikings are 9-2 and have been one of the biggest surprises of the season with journeyman Sam Darnold under center. Vikings favored by 3 1/2.
Philadelphia at Baltimore, 1:25 p.m., CBS:Two of the league s most electric players will be on the field when Saquon Barkley and the Eagles travel to face Lamar Jackson and the Ravens. Ravens favored by 3.
San Francisco at Buffalo, 5:20 p.m. NBC/Peacock:The 49ers try to get back to .500 against the Bills, who have won six in a row. Bills favored by 7.
NBA
The best teams in the Eastern Conference meet in a statement game.
Boston at Cleveland, 3 p.m., NBA TV:The defending champion Celtics travel to face the Cavaliers, who won their first 15 games to start the season.
Premier League
English soccer fans have a marquee matchup.
Manchester City at Liverpool, 8 a.m., USA Network/Telemundo:The two top teams meet with Manchester City trying to shake off recent struggles.
Auto racing
The F1 season nears its conclusion.
F1 Qatar Grand Prix, 8 a.m., ESPN2:It s the penultimate race of the season. Max Verstappen already has clinched his fourth consecutive season championship.
— David Brandt | AP Sports Writer
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