Due to weather, the 7:37 scheduled kickoff is delayed. We will have further information as soon as it is available.
— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 27, 2021
Over initial concerns about the state of the turf at MetLife Stadium, the Eagles road matchup with the Jets will take place after a two-hour delay for weather concerns.
A torrential downstream of rain blew through the area, causing fans and the players to exit the field area, except for Jason Kelce, who took a brief run-through of MetLife during the thunderstorm.
The expected start time for the #Jets–#Eagles preseason game is 9pm. That time is fluid.
— Connor Hughes (@Connor_J_Hughes) August 27, 2021
With reserves and roster bubble candidates likely to lose out on one last opportunity, higher-ups from both organizations decide delaying the contest was the best course of action.
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