NFL Week 3 Weather and Game Updates
Date: September 26, 2026
Time: 10:37 a.m. ET
Overview
In Week 3 of the NFL season, teams in the Northeast are preparing for both their opponents and challenging weather, as a nor’easter affects the region.
Affected Matchups:
- New York Giants vs. Tennessee Titans
- Washington Commanders vs. Seattle Seahawks
Weather Forecast
Nor’easter Impact
- Duration: Expected to last through the evening of Monday, September 28.
- Severe Conditions: Wind gusts up to 60 mph, rainfall, and possible thunderstorms.
- Most Impacted Areas: Southern Virginia through southern Maine, with New Jersey facing significant effects.
Game-Specific Forecasts
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Giants vs. Titans
- Location: MetLife Stadium
- Forecast for Sunday: Showers expected with a high of 67°F. Breezy conditions with northeast winds at 16-23 mph and gusts up to 40 mph. Likely precipitation around 90%.
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Commanders vs. Seahawks
- Location: Landover
- Forecast: Light rain expected, with winds up to 13 mph during the afternoon kickoff.
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Jets vs. Lions
- Location: Ford Field, Detroit
- Forecast: Indoor game, no weather impact expected.
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Jaguars vs. Patriots
- Location: Jacksonville
- Forecast: Warm temperatures around 80°F, partly cloudy skies.
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Eagles vs. Bears
- Location: Soldier Field, Chicago
- Forecast: No precipitation expected, with temperatures in the 60s for the Monday night game.
NFL Weather Rules
According to the NFL Rulebook, officials have the authority to delay or suspend games due to weather, ensuring safety and a fair environment for play.
Upcoming Week 3 Schedule
Thursday, September 24:
- [Game Information Not Provided]
Sunday, September 27:
- Carolina Panthers at Cleveland Browns, 1 p.m. ET (Fox)
- Cincinnati Bengals at Pittsburgh Steelers, 1 p.m. ET (CBS)
- Houston Texans at Indianapolis Colts, 1 p.m. ET (CBS)
- Kansas City Chiefs at Miami Dolphins, 1 p.m. ET (CBS)
- Los Angeles Chargers at Buffalo Bills, 1 p.m. ET (Fox)
- New England Patriots at Jacksonville Jaguars, 1 p.m. ET (CBS)
- New York Jets at Detroit Lions, 1 p.m. ET (Fox)
- Seattle Seahawks at Washington Commanders, 1 p.m. ET (Fox)
- Tennessee Titans at New York Giants, 1 p.m. ET (CBS)
- Arizona Cardinals at San Francisco 49ers, 4:05 p.m. ET (Fox)
- Minnesota Vikings at Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 4:05 p.m. ET (Fox)
- Baltimore Ravens vs. Dallas Cowboys, 4:25 p.m. ET (CBS)
- Las Vegas Raiders at New Orleans Saints, 4:25 p.m. ET (CBS)
- Los Angeles Rams at Denver Broncos, 8:20 p.m. ET (NBC)
Monday, September 28:
- Philadelphia Eagles at Chicago Bears, 8:15 p.m. ET (ESPN/ABC)
Stay tuned for weather updates as the games approach!
