Philadelphia, Pennsylvania will experience weather challenges during today’s Rams-Eagles game, with the National Weather Service issuing a winter storm warning for the Southeast Pennsylvania area. The game, scheduled to kick off at 3 p.m. ET, will take place amidst forecasts of colder temperatures and heavy snowfall throughout the day.

The National Weather Service emphasized that the Winter Storm Warning now covers all of SE PA, including Philadelphia, with precipitation expected to start late morning and continue into the early afternoon. The heaviest snowfall is predicted between 4-9 PM, with rates potentially reaching or exceeding 1 inch per hour. A kickoff temperature of 35 degrees is anticipated, setting the stage for snow throughout much, if not all, of the game.

While the cold and snowy conditions may appear to be advantageous for the home team Eagles, the visiting Rams have openly stated their readiness to face the challenging weather. In light of the possibility of an upset victory, the Rams have the opportunity to secure home-field advantage for the NFC Championship Game. This potential scenario would have them playing at home next week, with hopes of Los Angeles being in a fit state to host the game they missed in the wild card round due to fires.

As the anticipation builds for the game, both teams are gearing up for a potentially historic matchup amidst the wintry conditions. The Rams are making necessary preparations to navigate the challenging weather in Philadelphia, ensuring they are equipped to face the Eagles on their home turf. With the stakes high and the elements adding an unpredictable factor to the game, both teams are focused on delivering their best performance as they vie for a chance to advance further in the playoffs.