NFL week 1: Showers and strong winds could affect passing, kicking game for top clashes
Football fans have waited six months for this week - the start of the regular NFL season.
After Philadelphia was crowned Super Bowl Champs in February, the quest to reach Mercedez-Benz Stadium in 2019 starts now.
As AccuWeather predicted, rain and thunderstorms brought delays to the NFL opener on Thursday in Phildelphia.
Thunderstorms and rain could once again lead to delays for several of the remaining week one games, and strong winds could also affect passing and kicking. Take a look at the forecasts here:
Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield throws during the first half of an NFL football preseason game against the Detroit Lions, Thursday, Aug. 30, 2018, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Steelers at Browns - Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT
AFC North rivals will clash at FirstEnergy Stadium on Sunday as the Browns take on the Steelers at home to open up the NFL season.
A storm system will brew for the game, likely bringing wet weather to Cleveland for most of the day. Intermittent rain could make for wet tailgating so fans should bring rain gear into the game.
Temperatures will stay cool in the lower to middle 60s F. A stiff breeze out of the east could affect play at times, as gusts may reach 25 mph.
Bengals at Colts - Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT
While all the action will take place under the comfort of a dome, tailgaters will face the elements on Sunday morning and fans will need to brave the rain through at least the first half of the game.
Rounds of rain throughout the weekend could lead to flash flooding in spots, so fans should add extra time into their journey to the stadium and back.
Titans at Dolphins - Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT
This AFC South-East match up will kick off at Hard Rock Stadium amid typical late-summer conditions in South Florida.
Temperatures will hit in the mid-80s F by the time tailgaters hit the parking lots and will hover there through much of the game. AccuWeather RealFeel&Trade; temperatures will reach the middle 90s in the second half.
A brief shower or thunderstorm could erupt at any time, but any lightning delays would be short.
Texans at Patriots - Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT
Tom Brady will take the field for his 19th NFL season as the Patriots battle the Texans at home.
It will feel more like fall in Foxborough with dry, mostly sunny skies and highs in the upper 50s and low 60s for most of the day.
Fans should take a light jacket as the mercury will rise to only the mid-60s at halftime.
Buccaneers at Saints - Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT
Showers and storms could dampen tailgating outside of the Mercedez-Benz Superdome this week before the Saints take on Tampa Bay.
However, any rain or storms will be brief. It will be a warm and humid day with temperatures in the low 80s in the morning.
By the time fans head back out to the parking lots, the high will be in the upper 80s, with AccuWeather RealFeel&Trade; near 100 degrees. Fans and players should be sure to drink pleny of water in order to remain hydrated.
Jaguars at Giants - Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT
Saquon Barkley will make his highly-anticipated NFL regular season start at home this week as Jacksonville travels to East Rutherford.
While a storm system will approach the area, New York City is expected to stay dry for most of the day on Sunday; however, showers could move in for the second half.
Plenty of clouds will hang over MetLife Stadium as temepratures hold in the lower to middle 60s, cooler than normal for this time of year.
Winds may gust up to 30 mph at times, leading to even more ground game. The strong cross winds could affect the passing and kicking game.
Bills at Ravens - Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT
Wet weather plaguing the mid-Atlantic may fall in Baltimore as the Ravens take on Buffalo for the start of their NFL season.
An approaching system will lead to on-and-off showers throughout the day.
Temperatures will hover in the middle 60s with winds up to 25 mph at times, which could impact passing and kicking efforts.
Chiefs at Chargers - Sunday, 4:05 p.m. EDT
Dry, ideal conditions are in store in Los Angeles as the Chargers take on the Chiefs at the StubHub Center.
Temperatures will hit in the low 80s for tailgating hours before rising into the upper 80s in the second half of the AFC West clash.
Seahawks at Broncos - Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EDT
Dry and sunny weather will greet fans heading into Mile High Stadium for the first time in 2018.
Temperatures will rise from the 70s during pregame into the mid-80s throughout the game. A slight breeze will bring some relief from the heat at times.
Cowboys at Panthers - Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EDT
While it will feel cooler, it will still be humid in Charlotte on Sunday afternoon for the NFC showdown.
Morning temperatures will start in the lower 70s, before climbing into the lower 80s around kick-off.
The added humidity will make it feel more like the upper 80s. Clouds will hang overhead, and a pop-up shower or thunderstorm cannot be ruled out. However, any rain will be quick-moving, and no washout is expected.
Bears at Packers - Sunday, 8:20 p.m. EDT
It will feel more like fall in Green Bay on Sunday evening as the Packers take on rival Chicago at home on Sunday Night Football.
Tailgaters will see ideal conditions with a high near 70 F and dry, sunny skies.
Once it's time to head into Lambeau Field, the mercury will fall into the low 60s.
Rams at Raiders - Monday, 10:15 p.m. EDT
The second of the Monday Night Football games to kick off week one will unfold in Oakland as the Raiders take on in-state foes the Rams.
It will be a dry day and evening for the match up with temperatures in the 60s for most of the game.
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