The NFL playoffs have begun, with six wild-card games taking place this weekend. But perhaps the biggest storyline ahead of the game? It might not be the one you're expecting.
Because it looks like the biggest topic this weekend may be the weather.
A storm system is moving through the Midwest and toward the Northeast this weekend, bringing frigid temperatures and snow along the way. Earlier this week, we outlined how Saturday night's game would play out. kansas city chiefs And that miami dolphinsThe game, scheduled to kick off at 7:15 p.m. local time at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, may go down as one of the coldest games in NFL history. As of Friday morningForecasters expected daytime highs of 7 degrees Celsius and nighttime lows of -9 degrees, dropping to single digits.
However, Chiefs vs. Dolphins isn't the only game where weather could be a factor. Sunday's three-game series will be buffalo bills to host pittsburgh steelers, severe conditions are expected in Western New York on Sunday. Current forecasts call for strong winds and snow during the game, with wind speeds in the 20-30 mph range. Wind gusts may become even stronger during the game.
accuweather's Forecast from Friday morning to Sunday In Buffalo, “an additional 6 to 10 inches of lake-effect snow and heavy squalls have accumulated. It will be windy and cold. Travel will be extremely difficult and dangerous.”
Bills fans probably aren't too excited to hear this forecast, as gusty winds are expected.Back in December 2021, the Bills new england patriots upon monday night football A night with wind gusts over 50mpg. Mac Jones attempted just three passes that night, while Josh Allen completed 15 of 30 for 145 yards and one touchdown.
New England won 14-10.
It's a night Bills fans will want to forget, but Sunday could be a harsh reminder.
