The first weekend of the NFL playoffs is often exciting, with several wildcard games played across the country. However, the 2024 wildcard weekend faces a major weather threat that could significantly impact games and fans.
Meteorologists warn of an impending blizzard set to hit Buffalo, New York, home of the Buffalo Bills. The storm has the potential to bring over two feet of snow, wind gusts of 40-50 mph, and temperatures below zero.
These conditions would make playing football extremely difficult and put fans' health at risk. The blizzard could force the postponement or relocation of the Bills' Sunday afternoon playoff game.
In addition to Buffalo, other cities hosting playoff games this weekend, like Kansas City, Philadelphia, and San Francisco, could see weather issues ranging from bitter cold, high winds, freezing rain, and snow.
After a long regular season, players and fans eagerly anticipated playoff excitement, not arctic conditions. The league is closely monitoring the forecast to determine any potential scheduling changes. For now, Bundle up and brace for impact!