gilthorp Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 Apparently, Buffalo is expecting as much as 3 feet of snow in the coming days and this game is in jeopardy of being moved or delayed. I doubt it's going to be a snow storm when the game is supposed to be played, but they may not have the stadium ready in time. Push it back to Monday or Tuesday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big John Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 i remember when they actually played football in that weather. https://wtmj.com/green-bay-packers/2021/01/21/remembering-the-1985-snow-bowl/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big John Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 9 minutes ago, gilthorp said: Push it back to Monday or Tuesday. The Bills have a Thanksgiving game next week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gilthorp Posted November 17, 2022 Author Share Posted November 17, 2022 Hmmm...they are in the proverbial pickle. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boltnlava Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 2 hours ago, Big John said: i remember when they actually played football in that weather. https://wtmj.com/green-bay-packers/2021/01/21/remembering-the-1985-snow-bowl/ I raise you the freezer bowl... How cold was it at the Freezer Bowl? Spurred by a low-pressure storm off Canada's Hudson Bay, Cincinnati had developed a temperature of minus nine degrees by kickoff. And with a wind chill factor of minus 59 (computed at the time), the Bengals were about to play the coldest game in NFL history. Jan 8, 2022 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nostack Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 Bills have the Lions thanksgiving, more of a scrimmage 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big John Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 13 minutes ago, boltnlava said: I raise you the freezer bowl... How cold was it at the Freezer Bowl? Spurred by a low-pressure storm off Canada's Hudson Bay, Cincinnati had developed a temperature of minus nine degrees by kickoff. And with a wind chill factor of minus 59 (computed at the time), the Bengals were about to play the coldest game in NFL history. Jan 8, 2022 Did you forget the Ice Bowl? 12/31/67, temp -13. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Country Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 25 minutes ago, boltnlava said: I raise you the freezer bowl... How cold was it at the Freezer Bowl? Spurred by a low-pressure storm off Canada's Hudson Bay, Cincinnati had developed a temperature of minus nine degrees by kickoff. And with a wind chill factor of minus 59 (computed at the time), the Bengals were about to play the coldest game in NFL history. Jan 8, 2022 10 minutes ago, Big John said: Did you forget the Ice Bowl? 12/31/67, temp -13. Meh ... that's nothing compared to how cold my wife's feet are when she puts them on me in the middle of the night. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevegrab Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 One of the most likely scenarios if they have to move the game would be playing in Detroit at Ford field. That way the bills would already be where they need to be for their Thursday game. From what I've heard most of the snow will be over long before the game it's a matter of being able to have it prepared and I let people getting to the game security Etc. I remember a Bills Browns game in Cleveland in December, mid 2000s, in a big snowstorm that hit mostly that day. Field being cleared with blowers and such. Low scoring and a great time. The eastern Cleveland lakeshore is getting hit my this same snow, but nothing for me and maybe a few inches by Sunday in Cleveland. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bier Meister Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 1 hour ago, Big Country said: Meh ... that's nothing compared to how cold my wife's feet are when she puts them on me in the middle of the night. It’s true. Your wife does have cold feet 😁 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dcat Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 2 hours ago, Big Country said: Meh ... that's nothing compared to how cold my wife's feet are when she puts them on me in the middle of the night. taser worthy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gilthorp Posted November 17, 2022 Author Share Posted November 17, 2022 Now up to 6 feet...lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevegrab Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 Sounds like there won't be a decision today. The heaviest part of the first wave of snow is expected tonight into Friday, then a short break before the next batch Saturday evening into Sunday morning. Speculation is after that first big wave is over they'll have some idea what they're up against and how feasible holding the game is. Keep in mind its more than just about getting the teams there. There is TV equipment (possibly on its way already), broadcasters and others who need to travel and get around the BUF area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bier Meister Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 So, where do we all look at projections for: allen diggs singletary cooper chubb hunt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bier Meister Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 I think Allen,Chubb, could still post good numbers in the snow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevegrab Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 26 minutes ago, Bier Meister said: I think Allen,Chubb, could still post good numbers in the snow. Throwing the ball in the snow isn't a problem, its the wind that usually impacts the passing game. When the field is slipper it is very easy for WR to make a move and get open when the defender falls. I've got Cooper and he's in my lineup, but then my other options are limited with injurie, and now Adams is questionable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bier Meister Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 20 minutes ago, stevegrab said: Throwing the ball in the snow isn't a problem, its the wind that usually impacts the passing game. When the field is slipper it is very easy for WR to make a move and get open when the defender falls. I've got Cooper and he's in my lineup, but then my other options are limited with injurie, and now Adams is questionable. trying not to be condescending, but yes i know that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyBalata Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 Correct me if i am wrong but the last weather i checked on, the main snow will be over by kickoff Sunday. So assuming they can get the players to the game and clear the field...I don't think weather will be that big of concern for FF purposes, outside of maybe wind. The big concern is logistics of getting people to the game, or more so clearing snow so the residents of Buffalo can be safe. The priority could be clearing the city, not the route to the stadium. altho it is Buffalo so that could be a priority for them. :P But all that aside....seems kinda late to think about moving the game. alot of those same logistics problems still exist trying to get out of town. if there's 4 feet of snow coming...you can't get in or out. whats the difference. if they don't make a move tomorrow to move, they won't. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevegrab Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 32 minutes ago, BillyBalata said: Correct me if i am wrong but the last weather i checked on, the main snow will be over by kickoff Sunday. So assuming they can get the players to the game and clear the field...I don't think weather will be that big of concern for FF purposes, outside of maybe wind. The big concern is logistics of getting people to the game, or more so clearing snow so the residents of Buffalo can be safe. The priority could be clearing the city, not the route to the stadium. altho it is Buffalo so that could be a priority for them. 😛 But all that aside....seems kinda late to think about moving the game. alot of those same logistics problems still exist trying to get out of town. if there's 4 feet of snow coming...you can't get in or out. whats the difference. if they don't make a move tomorrow to move, they won't. Good points all around. They definitely have to decide by tomorrow, I don't think anybody is suggesting they can move the game later than that. You're spot on regarding priorities, safety of the locals must come before needing to play an NFL game. If the game is moved that means they don't need to do anything (or very little) regarding stadium access. Yes the Bills still need to get out of town, hopefully any decision would come before the Browns travel there. Not sure when officials, broadcasters and equipment arrive. Pretty sure that equipment trucks would be there no later than 24 hours before the game. Sometimes the networks don't have to worry about getting the broadcast truck there, if they already have one from say college football in the area. I used to be on another forum where this stuff was discussed, with some of the people actually working in sports broadcasting who could provide inside info. (No that doesn't make me an expert ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Montana is da Man Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 Game moved to Detroit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevegrab Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 (edited) 2 minutes ago, Montana is da Man said: Game moved to Detroit Curious what is your source, where did you see/hear it. Nevermind, I did see this now as I searched Edited November 17, 2022 by stevegrab Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMD Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 Adam Schefter @AdamSchefter NFL officially is moving the Browns-Bills game out of Buffalo and to Ford Field in Detroit, where it will be played Sunday at 4:15 pm. Bills will play two straight games in Detroit: against the Browns, then on Thanksgiving vs. the Lions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevegrab Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 Hmm, 4:15PM? That's not what the Bills just posted on Twitter. Besides which 4:15 is not a normal start time anymore for NFL games, its either 4:05PM or 4:25PM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big John Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 4 minutes ago, stevegrab said: Hmm, 4:15PM? That's not what the Bills just posted on Twitter. Besides which 4:15 is not a normal start time anymore for NFL games, its either 4:05PM or 4:25PM NFLN is saying 1 pm ET 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Montana is da Man Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 16 minutes ago, stevegrab said: Curious what is your source, where did you see/hear it. Nevermind, I did see this now as I searched BR reported about it via twitter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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