PHILADELPHIA – The kickoff of the 2018 NFL season will take a bit longer than expected.
Severe weather pushed back the expected kickoff of Thursday night's Falcons-Eagles opener to 9:05 p.m. ET.
Roughly 30 minutes prior to the 8:20 p.m. ET scheduled start, a weather warning flashed on the scoreboards at Lincoln Financial Field.
“The National Weather Service is forecasting that our current weather pattern may contain some severe conditions, including lightning and gusty winds.
“We ask that you do not remain in the open seating area. Take cover along the stadium concourses.
“Thank you for your quick response.”
Most of the crowd complied at that point. By 8:10, there was heavy rain at the stadium.
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