MetLife Stadium was evacuated tonight, stands cleared, and everyone sent inside, all because severe weather swept through the arena just before Thursday Night Football was set to kick off. Talk about pregame drama, right? The biggest question hanging in the air was whether this game would even start on time.
The Pregame Weather Frenzy
Seriously, fans were told, “Your attention, please. For your safety, we are going to have everyone leave the Seating Bowl area and take shelter inside of the stadium because of severe weather in the arena. Event Staff are available to guide and assist you. Those on the field, please walk calmly to the nearest tunnel, to the West Hall, or to the service corridor.” Can you imagine being there, ready for some football, and then getting that announcement? Absolute chaos, but for everyone’s safety. It throws the whole rhythm of game night off, making you wonder what kind of mess the field will be in when they finally do get going.
Giants’ Inactive List Takes a Hit, Too
Amidst all the weather madness, the inactive lists for both the Commanders and Giants offered no major shockers, with one notable exception. Giants linebacker Malik Harrison, who had been listed as questionable with a groin injury, is officially inactive for tonight’s game. That’s a blow to the defense, for sure.
The Giants’ other inactives include cornerback Paulson Adebo, cornerback Nikko Reed, offensive lineman Josh Sills, offensive lineman J.C. Davis, tight end Thomas Fidone II, and defensive lineman C.J. Okoye. For the Commanders, quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis, cornerback Isaac Yiadom, defensive tackle Ricky Barber, offensive guard Tanoa Togiai, and center Lucas Patrick, who is dealing with a concussion, are all out. So, while Harrison’s absence is felt, it seems both teams were mostly ready for who they wouldn’t have out there, once the weather decided to cooperate.
Tonight’s game now kicks off with more than just football on the line. Between the delayed start and a key defensive player out, both teams have their hands full.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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