The NFL playoffs are set to kick off this Saturday, ushering in Wild Card Weekend with a twist of extreme weather for two exciting matchups.

First up, on Sunday afternoon, the Buffalo Bills will face off against the Pittsburgh Steelers, with Mother Nature adding a dramatic touch to the game. Heavy snowfall and high winds are expected, painting a picture of blizzard-like conditions on the field in Orchard Park, NY.

Then, on Saturday night, the Miami Dolphins will take on the Kansas City Chiefs in a game that’s poised to go down in history as one of the coldest in NFL history. The wind chill is forecasted to plummet into the negative 30s, while the temperature itself hovers around a chilling 0 degrees.

It’s worth noting that unlike other weather-related concerns in the past, the NFL doesn’t have a specific minimum temperature threshold that triggers game cancellations or postponements. According to Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk, the league would only step in if there were widespread fears of frostbite or hypothermia.

For the players battling the freezing temperatures at the Chiefs-Dolphins matchup, there’s some relief in the form of heated benches to provide respite from the cold. However, fans in attendance will have to brave the frigid conditions on their own.

While the temperatures aren’t expected to be quite as bone-chilling for the Bills-Steelers game, heavy snowfall and gusty winds could pose challenges for those making their way to and from the event.

With these wintry conditions in mind, many NFL fans are likely to opt for the warmth and comfort of their homes or favorite bars as they settle in to watch the games on Saturday and Sunday, escaping the cold and snow that awaits outside.

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