NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network

NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network (2006- )

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NFL Thursday Night Football is the branding used for broadcasts of National Football League (NFL) games that broadcast primarily on Thursday nights, and occasionally on Saturdays in the later portion of the season. Most of the games kick off at 8:25 p.m. Eastern Time. Debuting on November 23, 2006, the telecasts were originally part of NFL Network's Run to the Playoffs package, which consisted of eight total games broadcast on Thursday and Saturday nights (five on Thursdays, and three on Saturdays, originally branded as Saturday Night Football) during the latter portion of the season. Since 2012, the TNF package has begun during the second week of the NFL season. Beginning in 2014 the CBS Network began airing NFL Football on Thursday nights and in 2015 the CBS Network and the NFL Network split-up taking turns airing Thursday night games with CBS beginning the season and the NFL Network doing the last half of season games.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 20:25 (180 min)

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network' premiere?

'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network' premiered in 2006.

Who were the main broadcasters for 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network' in 2006?

The main broadcasters for 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network' in 2006 were Bob Papa, Cris Collinsworth, and Deion Sanders.

How many games were played in the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network'?

The 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network' featured a total of 8 games.

Which teams played in the first game of the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network'?

The first game of the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network' was played between the Miami Dolphins and the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Who won the first game of the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network'?

The Pittsburgh Steelers won the first game of the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network'.

Which team had the most appearances on 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network' in 2006?

The Denver Broncos had the most appearances on 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network' in 2006, with 3 games.

Who was the leading scorer in the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network'?

The leading scorer in the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network' was LaDainian Tomlinson of the San Diego Chargers.

Which game had the highest viewership in the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network'?

The game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Denver Broncos had the highest viewership in the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network'.

Who was the MVP of the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network'?

The MVP of the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network' was LaDainian Tomlinson of the San Diego Chargers.

How many touchdowns were scored in the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network'?

A total of 34 touchdowns were scored in the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network'.

Which team had the best win-loss record in the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network'?

The Denver Broncos had the best win-loss record in the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network', with 3 wins and 0 losses.

Who was the leading passer in the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network'?

The leading passer in the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network' was Jake Plummer of the Denver Broncos.

Who was the leading rusher in the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network'?

The leading rusher in the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network' was LaDainian Tomlinson of the San Diego Chargers.

Who was the leading receiver in the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network'?

The leading receiver in the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network' was Javon Walker of the Denver Broncos.

Which game had the most points scored in the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network'?

The game between the San Diego Chargers and the Kansas City Chiefs had the most points scored in the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network'.

Who was the head coach of the winning team in the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network'?

The head coach of the winning team in the 2006 season of 'NFL Thursday Night Football on NFL Network' was Mike Shanahan of the Denver Broncos.

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