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Baby, it’s cold outside: How cold temps affect NFL games

We’re eight days into December, and freezing-cold temperatures are cutting like a knife in many of the league’s markets.

We’re eight days into December, and freezing-cold temperatures are cutting like a knife in many of the league’s markets.

As the weather gets colder or even snowy, teams playing in outdoor stadiums can be faced with low-scoring affairs that consist of a lot of run plays and solid defensive stops.

It’s cold now and only getting colder. Heaters, heavy jackets and hand warmers help, but not for long.

Here are aspects of the game that are affected by frigid weather conditions.