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Thanksgiving epitomizes what Francesa calls "everything we fight for, everything we want"—a time of family, food, and football. This week, the NFL capitalizes on the holiday with a series of games that are not only broadcast spectacle but also critical in shaping postseason futures. Francesa praises the league's decision to frontload significant matchups on Thanksgiving Day, providing fans with compelling action as they gather with loved ones.
He notes the NFL's clever scheduling, which ensures that fans are treated to intense, meaningful games early in the holiday weekend, leaving later primetime slots perhaps less impactful but still noteworthy.