Bad weather for the Colts vs Bills

A lot of anticipation has been building for the Colts and Bills' preseason opener. But due to something out of both team's control, both may have to alter their plans. Stephen Holder of ESPN shared that the Bills stadium was cleared due to thunder in the area. The Colts had planned for Anthony Richardson to […]

Destin Adams — NFL News Writer

Aug 12, 2023 12:24 PM EDT

Aug 12, 2023; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills helmets are seen behind the bench before a preseason game against the Indianapolis Colts at Highmark Stadium.

A lot of anticipation has been building for the Colts and Bills' preseason opener. But due to something out of both team's control, both may have to alter their plans.

Stephen Holder of ESPN shared that the Bills stadium was cleared due to thunder in the area.

Just heard a huge clap of thunder here in Buffalo ahead of Bills-Colts, and now the stadium/field has been cleared as a precaution.
— Stephen Holder (@HolderStephen) August 12, 2023

The Colts had planned for Anthony Richardson to be the team's starter for today's game. But with it currently pouring at Orchard Park, you have to wonder if they will alter their snap plans to prevent injuries to key players.

It is absolutely pouring here at Orchard Park. Field cleared for storm
— Joel A. Erickson (@JoelAErickson) August 12, 2023

There was no formal announcement of how long the starters would get to play today this week, but if the rain persists, is it worth it to play them longer than a single series?

The game is still a go for 1 pm Eastern, as Stephen Holder of ESPN shared the most recent update.