Snowstorm Expected To Impact NFL Playoff Game This Weekend

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NFL fans could be in for a treat this Sunday when the Los Angeles Rams take on the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. As of now, there's snow in the forecast for this divisional round matchup. 

Earlier this Friday, the forecast showed Philadelphia dealing with anywhere from 3-5 inches of snow. The temperature won't be awful, but it'll still be pretty cold since the high is 34 degrees. Although this could be a "snow game" on Sunday, the wind isn't expected to play a huge factor. That's good news for the kickers. 

Eagles offensive tackle Jordan Mailata told reporters this week that he's not thrilled about playing in the snow. However, he believes the snow would give his team an advantage. 

"It's miserable. It's miserable, I am not going to lie," Mailata said. "But that is one of the advantages of playing at home. You've got to get used to this weather. For it to be very consistent weather, it's good for us then again, it's whoever shows up on Sunday

What's interesting about the Rams is only Matthew Stafford has played in the snow before. Back in 2013, he was involved in a wild game between the Lions and Eagles. 

"Every weather situation I've been a part of is kind of different. You go out there and see what you can do and what you can't do. I'm sure that Sunday will be no different," Stafford told reporters. 

While the Rams are known for their passing game, the reality is they're actually built well in the trenches. That bodes well for them heading into Sunday's game. 

"We'll see what it is, but we are aware of that. I think the biggest thing is just being mindful of, if the surface is affected, that our cleats aren't an issue," Rams coach Sean McVay said. "That's a big part of it."

Kickoff for the Rams-Eagles game is at 3 p.m. ET on NBC. The winner will advance to the NFC Championship. 

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