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Chiefs weather updates: Forecast, temperatures ahead of AFC championship game vs. Bills

Here is the weather forecast for #Chiefs vs #Bills in the NFL playoffs

The Kansas City Chiefs are set to host the Buffalo Bills for this week’s highly anticipated AFC Championship Game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

With the Midwest having recently experienced an extreme cold front, what is the forecast for game day?

Chiefs vs. Bills weather forecast

The NFL playoffs conference championship round will be held on Sunday, January 26. The matchup between the Chiefs and Bills is scheduled to kick off at 5:30 p.m. CT. Per AccuWeather, the forecast for the game is 34° at kickoff, and the skies are predicted to be clear.

There are no concerns about snowfall, which affected the outdoor divisional matchups last Sunday. However, temperatures will quickly drop below freezing because the sun will set right after the game begins. This means players on both sides will still have to contend with the cold this week.

Freezing weather can affect muscles, mental acuity, and an athlete’s ability to grip the ball.

New Orleans Saints share photos of snowbound practice facility

The New Orleans Saints and fans around Louisiana shared photos of the rare snowstorm delivering heavy snow for the first time in recent memory:


The state of Louisiana and the southeastern United States in general are typically not known for their snowfall, nevermind getting significant amounts of it. However on Tuesday, Jan. 21, that was most certainly a notation that was turned on its head, as New Orleans received eight inches of snow before noon according to Louis Armstrong International Airport, and in some areas near a foot of snow.

This is completely unprecedented, however, for many it was a day of fun and enjoyment as they had the chance to go outside and enjoy the snowfall, as it was the first significant appearance of snow in Louisiana since 2021. The state also issued its first-ever blizzard warnings, with many roads eventually being closed due to the occurrence.

Here are some notable posts from around social media about the snow and the winter fun that was had:


The music keeps playing on Royal St. through the wind and snow ⚜️@FOX8NOLA pic.twitter.com/1LmgzeI4Nj


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Inclement weather may prove costly in the Aaron Glenn sweepstakes

Aaron Glenn left the Jets’ facility without a contract agreement, but weather delayed and possibly cancelled the Saints’ golden opportunity:

The New Orleans Saints had to push back their scheduled interviews due to inclement weather in Louisiana. It originally wasn’t believed to be a big deal, but the danger of rescheduling became apparent Wednesday.

There is a belief that Aaron Glenn prefers the New York Jets over the Saints, which is supported by Glenn interviewing in person in New York before making the trip to New Orleans. That belief shouldn’t waver just because Glenn hasn’t sign a contract with the Jets yet. There was also a belief Glenn wouldn’t get out of the building without agreeing to a deal.

However, that’s exactly what happened. Glenn walking out of New York without a deal changes the situation significantly. If weather didn’t shut down the airport, Glenn would have been in New Orleans on Wednesday.

There is always a chance Glenn and the Jets agreed to a deal on Wednesday before the interview, but the Saints most likely would have gotten their chance to meet with who appears to be their top guy.

Due to the rescheduling, Glenn may still not make it to New Orleans. The Jets won’t ease up on their pursuit, and now they have more days unopposed. If the interview with Glenn doesn’t happen until Friday, that gives the Jets a three day head start over the Saints.

Glenn leaving the Jets facility without a contract signed opened an unexpected, but not unbelievable, opportunity for the Saints. Unfortunately, weather keeps the Saints from capitalizing on it and has the potential to close their window.

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Chiefs Dave Toub details kicking in potentially cold weather on Saturday: ‘Advantage for us’

Kansas City #Chiefs Dave Toub details kicking in potentially cold weather on Saturday: ‘Advantage for us’ | @EdEastonJr

The Kansas City Chiefs will host the Houston Texans to start their postseason with freezing temperatures forecasted for the game. Chiefs special teams coordinator Dave Toub addressed the weather concerns during Wednesday’s press conference.

“We’ve had a lot of weather games, and we do certain things, as far as, if it’s gusty, we hold it and hold the snap,” said Toub. “There’s all different things you can do, but we have a lot of experience kicking in cold weather, so we feel like that’s an advantage for us.”

The Weather forecast at Arrowhead Stadium for Saturday’s playoff game is for a high of 26 degrees and a low of seven degrees, with overcast, clear conditions. The Chiefs are no strangers to playing in ice-cold conditions, as Toub further described his mindset for the kicking team.

“If you’re sitting in the stadium and you see the flags, and I don’t want to give away air secrets,” said Toub. “but if you see the flags blowing one way, it’s going to be opposite on the field, because the wind comes down and hits on the side of the stadium, and it blows back across. So it’s the opposite of what you see with the flags. It’s kind of different.”

Harrison Butker has played many games in poor weather conditions, so that experience will benefit Kansas City.

Broncos brace for rainy game vs. Bengals on Saturday

“We’ll be able to handle the rain,” Broncos QB Bo Nix said. “We’re professionals, and they have to play in it too. It’s going to be good.”

Earlier this week, the Cincinnati weather forecast called for “heavy rain” and 15-25 mph wind gusts on Saturday when the Bengals host the Broncos.

That was an alarming forecast for Broncos fans who remember how much rookie quarterback Bo Nix struggled in the rain against the Jets in Week 4.

“The difference is — now we’ll see how the forecast projects — we didn’t have a strong indication of rain [in Week 4], and all off a sudden it showed,” coach Sean Payton said this week. “Hopefully with the preparations this week, we’ll be ready for it.

“Obviously the biggest thing is the balls [and asking], ‘Is it actively raining during the game?’ If it is, how are the officials covering [them]? Those are all things you have to deal with. Then you also have to deal with how that might impact your play calling and what you’re doing schematically in all three areas.”

Fortunately, the forecast has chanced since earlier this week. AccuWeather is now calling for “occasional rain” with 7-20 mph wind gusts.

Nix does not seem to be concerned about the possibility of rain.

“If you’ve played football, you have play in the rain,” the QB said. “We’re excited. I thought we ran the ball well against the Jets that day. We’re going to have to carry that over [and] have an open mindset and do whatever’s working.

“We’ll be able to handle the rain. We’re professionals, and they have to play in it too. It’s going to be good. It’s going to be a good environment. It will be fun.”

Saturday’s game will be televised on NFL Network. Denver is considered an underdog playing on the road this week. With two games remaining, the Broncos need one more win to clinch a spot in the NFL playoffs.

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What will the weather be like when Notre Dame hosts Indiana tonight?

It will have a winter fell tonight in Notre Dame Stadium

One of the biggest changes to the College Football Playoff format is the first-round games are being held on campus, and Notre Dame football will get that kicked off tonight as they host the Indiana Hoosiers.

A home game in late December isn’t usually what we are accustomed to, and many are wondering what the weather will be like in South Bend. Unfortunately, the conditions won’t be ideal for the passing offenses, as The Weather Channel is showing that it will be around 29 degrees around kickoff and dropping as the night continues on.

There was some snowfall that happened last night as well (check out the snowman inside Notre Dame Stadium), and it looks like that will continue during the afternoon, but most likely will stop before the game is set to begin. They are reporting a 15% change of snow, which clearly isn’t very high.

The wind is blowing North at 13 miles-per-hour, making it feel much colder than the actual temperate, so if you are going to the game, make sure you bundle up and try to stay as warm as possible.

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Saints could face adverse weather conditions in their Week 16 matchup

The Saints could be facing some adverse weather conditions in Week 16, as they travel to Lambeau Field to take on the Green Bay Packers

The New Orleans Saints do not face much cold weather, being from Louisiana and playing indoors pretty much rules that out for home games and their division is typically in warm locations as well (with the exception of occasional late-season games with the Carolina Panthers).

However, In Week 16 they could be facing cold weather in their matchup, as they travel to Lambeau Field to take on the Green Bay Packers. As of right now, the weather predictions from multiple weather outlets place this game well below freezing, with the following being predicted by the respective sources:

  • The Weather Channel: Monday will be a high of 33 degrees, low of 28 degrees with a 24% chance of snow or sleet throughout the day. High chance of snow Thursday as well before freezing temps Friday through Sunday.
  • Google Weather: Monday will be a high of 29 degrees, low of 25 degrees with a 35% chance of precipitation, likely snow.
  • AccuWeather: Monday will be a high of 28 degrees, low of 24 degrees with a 65% chance of precipitation, likely snow.
  • National Weather Service: No direct weather for Monday as of yet, but 6-10 day outlook expects temperature to be near or slightly below average for this time of year.

Ultimately, there is an extremely high chance of this being what is constituted as a “cold-weather game”, meaning it is below 32 degrees at kickoff. According to Stathead Football, the Saints have played 15 such games in their existence, and have a 6-9 record overall in those matchups. However, they are 2-0 in their most recent of these matchups, which were in 2022 against the Cleveland Browns (6 degrees at kickoff, 17-10 victory) and 2010 against the Cincinnati Bengals (32 degrees at kickoff, 34-30 victory).

Of these 15 matchups, two have been at Lambeau Field, the first in 1971 (30 degrees at kickoff, 29-21 victory), and the second was 1976 (31.8 degrees at kickoff, 27-32 loss). This will be the first time however (pending the temperature) that the Saints have ever played a “cold-weather game” on Monday Night Football. Ultimately we will see if they can handle the temperature regardless, and the potential snow, as they get what could be their final primetime game of the 2024 season.

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Steelers to battle Bengals and cold weather in another icy matchup

The Steelers face another week of freezing conditions in Ohio, taking on the Bengals in Week 13 after a snowy Week 12 loss to Cleveland.

It appears the Pittsburgh Steelers cannot catch a break when playing games in Ohio. Last week against the Cleveland Browns, in what can only be described as a blizzard bowl, the team lost a heartbreaking Week 12 matchup, 24-19. Heading into Week 13 in Cincinnati, the weather conditions are once again less than ideal.

While the snow from Week 12 may not be there, freezing temperatures around 29°F appear to be awaiting the Steel City as they take on the Bengals in Week 13, with winds gusting up to eight miles per hour.

This may not be pleasant news for WR George Pickens, who was very vocal following Week 12’s loss about how the weather heavily impacted the game’s outcome. However, Steelers veteran DT Cam Heyward cleared the icy air surrounding this speculative blame game, stating that the weather offered the Browns no advantage over the Steelers.

Fans of the Black and Gold can watch the frigid Week 13 matchup on December 1 at 1:00 PM EST.

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Broncos preparing for possible bad field conditions vs. Chiefs

Arrowhead Stadium is set to host a college football game on Saturday before the Chiefs host the Broncos on Sunday.

The Denver Broncos are preparing for the possibility of poor field conditions against the Kansas City Chiefs this week.

“I think the weather forecast Sunday [is] 59 degrees, 10 mile an hour winds,” Broncos coach Sean Payton said Wednesday. “I do think the field will be something we have to pay attention to. It rained last night. They also have a college game Saturday on this grass surface. The weather for Saturday is heavy rain forecast so we’ll have to make sure we’re prepared for that.”

The Kansas Jayhawks will host the Iowa State Cyclones at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Less than 24 hours later, the Chiefs will host the Broncos on the same field, one day after a storm.

The forecast is currently calling for rain on Saturday, but AccuWeather.com predicts a “sunny and pleasant” day on Sunday. KC’s weather and field conditions will be worth monitoring this week.

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