Detroit Lions vs. Washington Commanders on Thanksgiving
The Detroit Lions are 0-1 against the Washington Commanders in regular-season Thanksgiving games since 1973. The teams have met once on Thanksgiving in that span, with Detroit winning 0 and Washington winning 1.
Lions vs. Commanders Thanksgiving record: 0-1
0-1 from the Lions’ side, 1-0 from the Commanders' side. Most recent: Nov 22, 1973, Commanders 20, Lions 0. Regular season only; ties count as ties.
Every Detroit Lions vs. Washington Commanders Thanksgiving game
Newest first. The running record is the Lions’ record in these games through that date. Stadiums are listed from 2000 onward.
| Dateregular season | Matchupaway at home | Scorewinner first | Stadiumfrom 2000 | Lionsresult · running record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 22, 1973 | Commanders at Lions | Commanders 20, Lions 0 | — | L · 0-1 |
Detroit Lions vs. Washington Commanders Thanksgiving FAQ
- When did the Lions and Commanders last meet on Thanksgiving?
- Nov 22, 1973: Commanders 20, Lions 0.
- What is the Lions' all-time Thanksgiving record against the Commanders?
- 0-1 in 1 game since 1973, from the Lions' side.
- When did the Lions last beat the Commanders on Thanksgiving?
- Never in these games: the Lions are 0-1 here.
- When did the Commanders last beat the Lions on Thanksgiving?
- Nov 22, 1973: Commanders 20, Lions 0.
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Updated: September 7, 2026 · 13,814 regular-season games in the file, 1966 to 2025