Tag: Cold

Twitter reacts to icicles growing on Chiefs HC Andy Reid’s mustache

Twitter shared its thoughts about the icicles growing on the mustache of #Chiefs head coach Andy Reid.

The Kansas City Chiefs are playing against the Miami Dolphins in sub-zero temperatures at Arrowhead Stadium tonight, and fans have been documenting the absolutely brutal weather conditions on social media all day.

While snow isn’t playing a factor in the game, the exceedingly cold air has made life difficult for players on the field and made the viewing experience less than comfortable for those in attendance.

One of the more comical aspects of the night’s events is happening right under Chiefs head coach Andy Reid’s nose. The decorated skipper’s signature mustache has been growing literal icicles on Kansas City’s frigid sideline, and users on Twitter made a point to comment about his cartoonish look while watching the Saturday night matchup.

While the Chiefs are heading into halftime with a two-score lead over Miami, the condition of Reid’s cookie broom is starting to dominate the discourse about the game online.

Check out some of Twitter’s top reactions to Reid’s remarkable frozen facial hair:

Twitter reacts to brutal weather in Kansas City ahead of Chiefs’ matchup vs. Dolphins

Twitter shared its thoughts on the brutal weather in Kansas City ahead of the #Chiefs’ matchup against the #Dolphins at Arrowhead Stadium.

The Kansas City Chiefs are set to play the Miami Dolphins in an AFC Wild Card showdown that will take place in absolutely brutal weather conditions at Arrowhead Stadium.

Temperatures are set to sit at or around zero degrees when the game starts, and wind chills are expected to make the air feel even colder.

While the Buffalo Bills’ matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers, which was originally scheduled for Sunday, got moved to Monday night due to a snowstorm in Western New York, all indications are that Kansas City’s game against Miami will be played as originally planned.

Chiefs Kingdom had a field day on social media platforms, speculating about what the experience would be like for those brave enough to attend the game on Saturday night despite the bitter cold.

Check out some of Twitter’s top reactions to the extremely chilly conditions ahead of Kansas City’s matchup against the Dolphins:

LOOK: Union Station lit in red ahead of Chiefs’ playoff matchup vs. Dolphins

Union Station was lit in red ahead of the #Chiefs’ playoff matchup against the #Dolphins on Saturday.

Western Missouri is bracing itself for brutal winter weather ahead of the Kansas City Chiefs’ Wild Card matchup against the Miami Dolphins this weekend.

Despite the near-Antarctic conditions, venerable Union Station in downtown Kansas City was lit red for the Chiefs’ playoff tilt as businesses and citizens cheered on their beloved team toward victory this week.

Other recognizable parts of Kansas City’s iconic skyline were lit in red as well, from the Kauffman Center to the skyscrapers downtown. The storied train station served as the featured landmark in the Chiefs’ posts on social media.

While Kansas City’s decorative preparations for the Wild Card matchup against Miami are a sight to behold, fans who plan to attend Saturday’s game at Arrowhead Stadium should plan to dress for function instead of form.

Red is sure to be the color most in the crowd will wear, but with a predicted high of six degrees, fans could be forgiven for wearing layers of Dolphins aqua, white, or orange underneath their Chiefs attire.

Dolphins – Chiefs could be one of the coldest NFL playoff games of all time

Will this be one of the coldest games in NFL history? The forecast says it might.

Not only are the Miami Dolphins and Kansas City Chiefs playing exclusively on Peacock Saturday night; they’re also forecasted to play in an extremely cold Arrowhead Stadium.

And when I say extremely cold, I mean FREEZING.

Weather Channel has a high of 10 (!) on Saturday and at night, it could be … -6 degrees. GAH!

If it were to hit that last number at kickoff, it would match the 2016 Seahawks – Vikings game as the third-coldest NFL playoff game ever, and just seven degrees away from the Ice Bowl in 1967. That doesn’t even factor in the wind chill, which could be worse.

So, uh, bundle up Chiefs fans. Maybe think about sleeves for all the players involved (I doubt that’ll happen).

Browns announce cold weather allowances for fans attending Week 16 Saints game

Browns announce cold weather allowances for fans attending Week 16 Saints game, allowing guests to bring their own blankets and thermos:

Hey, that’s generous of them: the Cleveland Browns announced that fans attending Week 16’s game with the New Orleans Saints may bring some of their own accommodations in light of the severe winter weather impacting the area. With temperatures plunging near zero overnight and kickoff scheduled for 1 p.m. ET/noon CT on Saturday, the Browns are allowing fans to bring their own blankets, thermos, and portable chargers for heated apparel.

Of course there are some stipulations. Thermoses are limited to a volume of 20 ounces, size restrictions are in effect for batteries (non dry cells only, please), and battery packs must be disconnected during security checks at the gates. You can get more into the specifics from the team’s release here.

And props to you if you’re braving the winter storm and making the trip. There have been nationwide travel complications in recent days and many members of the Saints media corps have been unable to travel to Cleveland themselves due to flight cancellations. With strong wind gusts and several inches of snow in the forecast, this is shaping up for quite a unique spectacle for any Saints fans visiting Ohio. Travel safely, and be mindful of any local weather advisories.

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Seahawks QB Geno Smith on the mend after battling illness

Seattle Seahawks QB Geno Smith is recovering from the cold he was fighting in Week 13 when he faced off against the Rams in Los Angeles.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith was listed as a limited participant in practice on Thursday due to a shoulder injury but still made his weekly appearance at the podium to speak to the media.

Smith discussed his status last from Sunday when he faced off against the Rams while battling an illness he confirmed was “a little bit of a cold.”

“I’m feeling a little better, obviously, my voice isn’t there yet,” Smith told reporters. “I’m a still a little stuffy. When you get your adrenaline going and you are in the middle of the game, you rarely think about anything else, any illnesses, or any type of injuries, and things like that.”

Whether it’s some sort of virus or physical injury, by this point in the NFL season, many players are battling something each week.

“Everyone is playing out there a little nicked up and for me, which was a little bit of a cold, but I was able to fight through it,” Smith explained. “It’s good to be able to do that, but I’m trying to get back healthy and get all the way back to 100%.”

The Seahawks final injury report of the week indicating the game-day designations will be released later Friday afternoon following the team’s walkthrough.

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Notre Dame-Boston College: Incredible snow-filled photos from Irish win

A beautiful senior day was only made that much better by an incredible snow fall at Notre Dame Stadium.

Saturday was a storybook-type day for Notre Dame football. Just about everything Notre Dame touched turned to gold as it routed Boston College, 44-0. The offense rolled for Notre Dame while the defense seemingly forced turnovers every other possession. The special teams unit didn’t end up blocking any kicks, but it went 3 for 3 on field goal attempts.

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As pretty as the performance was, a second-half snowstorm created a beautiful scene at Notre Dame Stadium. Check out the best photos from Saturday’s dominating victory for the Irish as the first in-game snowstorm in three decades fell on Notre Dame Stadium.

Notre Dame football: The coldest games in recent memory

Coldest you’ve ever been at a sporting event?

When Notre Dame hosts Boston College for senior day on Saturday it will be one of the coldest games in recent memory at Notre Dame Stadium.  According to the Notre Dame game notes from the 2013 win over BYU, that particular day was then the coldest game at the stadium since 1991.  There have certainly been cold ones since but I haven’t found one officially listed as colder.

Temperature is one thing but wind, rain, snow, and perhaps icy seats can make things significantly worse, even if the temperature is warmer.  With this game in mind and the idea of bundling up in my head I threw a question out to the masses on social media.  I simply asked: “What is the coldest you’ve ever been at a sporting event? (Not necessarily the air temp but worst physical cold feeling you sat thru)”

I’ve got answers that involve Notre Dame and have nothing to do with Notre Dame.  Living around Chicago my entire life has provided plenty of April baseball games and winter football games to freeze my rear-end off at.

Here are some of the best replies to the question.  The only ones I posted are related to Notre Dame but my mentions are full of classic memories of fans freezing their fingers off while watching their teams.

Cold-weather apparel and accessories to lengthen your golf season

Want to extend your golf season a little longer? Here are a few new things to consider if you live where it’s cold.

With autumn leaves falling fast in New England and bomb cyclones pummeling the Pacific Coast with wind and rain, staying warm and dry on the course is getting tricky for golfers in many parts of the country.

Cold weather does a few things that can diminish your performance on the course. First, according to Titleist, a shot hit on a 50-degree day will fly three percent less far than it will at 70 degrees because colder air is thicker. So, your 200-yard shot will only fly 194. The bigger factor, however, is that adding sweaters, jackets and other insulating layers designed to keep you warm usually restricts your range of motion, so you swing slower. That will take even more yards off your shots.

Smart golfers are always on the lookout for apparel and accessories that can keep you warm and dry without hindering your swing. Here are a few new things to consider if you live where it’s cold and want to extend your season a little longer.

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Notre Dame vs. Clemson: Weather forecast stellar for Saturday

If you’re used to November in the mid-west you’re certainly used to Halloween’s where you’ll sometimes have to put the children in snow boots to get down the block.

That won’t be the case Saturday night.  Not even close.

When the 2020 schedule was officially set for Notre Dame late this summer, the Clemson game remaining in early November probably didn’t look like a lot of fun for those from the south.

As it turns out, Saturday night will be unseasonably warm when Clemson travels to Notre Dame Stadium as the only accurate description for the forecast would be “perfect”.

If you’re used to November in the mid-west you’re certainly used to Halloween’s where you’ll sometimes have to put the children in snow boots to get down the block.

That won’t be the case Saturday night.  Not even close.

The latest weather forecast from The Weather Channel calls for a high of 69 degrees during the day and a low of 50 degrees during the night.

There is virtually no chance of rain (10%) and winds will be slight as they’re listed at 7 MPH.

If you were hoping for Notre Dame to get assistance from some colder weather this Saturday then you’ll be disappointed by this essentially perfect fall weather forecast.