Nineteen degree temperatures didn't deter a large group of football players that came from as far away as North Carolina to play in the 59th annual Turkey Bowl played on the lower Abbott Field. Game coordinator Paul Wendorff confirmed this is now the longest consecutive Turkey Day game played in the nation. Photo courtesy Tom Jones

Paul Wendorff snaps the ball to his son, Michael, during the 59th annual Turkey Bowl Thursday in Albert Lea. Photo courtesy Tom Jones