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Players from the Detroit Lions discuss their favorite Thanksgiving Day traditions.
The excitement extends beyond the football field as the Detroit Lions prepare to meet the Green Bay Packers at Ford Field on this historic Thanksgiving Day. Thanksgiving is a time for traditions, family, and gratitude, and this group is no exception. In this wonderful article, we get an inside look at the Detroit Lions players’ personal Thanksgiving rituals. From treasured family recipes to annual gatherings, these stories show that, beyond the helmets and jerseys, these athletes love the holiday just as much as the rest of us. Let’s take a look at the Lions’ Thanksgiving Day customs, which are both joyous and familial.

Here’s what some Detroit Lions players had to say about their Thanksgiving traditions, as reported by MLive:

“It’s just more of a gathering period for us to all be in the same space together, enjoy each other’s company,” says Josh Reynolds. That’s all there is to it. We do our standard—I wouldn’t say standard size, but our traditional size. This year, I think we’ll try something new. I think my wife is trying to be creative with the food, so we’ll see what she comes up with.”

“We spend quality time,” says Tracy Walker III. We simply want to go spend some quality family time that you don’t generally get during the Christmas season, so it’s a terrific holiday for that, and it’s a beautiful time to rejoice.”

“We got some dishes!” exclaimed Kalif Raymond. My sister makes mac and cheese. My mother prepares some delicious dinners. We play several games. We played Heads Up for a few years and then Phase 10.”

“If it’s just a regular Thanksgiving, we’ll be down at Grandma’s house,” Alim McNeill says. The entire family will be present, but it will be nothing out of the ordinary. We simply eat down there. Our entire family would be present. We’ll be watching the (Thanksgiving Day) games, not knowing that I’d be playing in them now. “I’m just chilling and relaxing.”

“I’m not a fan of yams, man,” Reynolds says. I’m not sure why. I’m not a fan of them, but everything else is fine with me. But candied yams? You may let me pass on that.”

“Dressing,” says Ezoic Walker III. I’m not interested in dressing. What, no cranberry sauce or dressing? No, I’m not going there.”

“Far away from my plate?” Raymond asks. Anything resembling zucchini, squash, and what else? What about the purple one? Eggplant! Eggplant? What about the three? Oh, my God.”

Ezoic McNeill: “Thanksgiving? Everything is being devoured! There’s nothing I haven’t touched in real life. Everything. Get the cranberry (sauce), dressing, and, of course, the turkey. “Mac and cheese, green beans—everything gets touched by me.”

Despite their professional responsibilities and high-stakes games, the Detroit Lions players cherish the essence of Thanksgiving – a time for family, food, and thankfulness. Their personal tales and rituals highlight the global spirit of the holiday, engaging with fans who perceive them as humans who appreciate the same holiday joys and warmth as sportsmen on the field. This Thanksgiving, when they meet the Green Bay Packers, they will bring not just their skills, but also the spirit of a holiday that brings everyone together in celebration and thanksgiving.