Thrilling Eagles-Cowboys opener hit with severe…
The Eagles- Cowboys Week 1 opener had to be paused due to lightning and severe climate in the realm around Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial Field.
The recreation was stopped with 4:44 remaining in the third quarter with the Eagles main the Cowboys 24-20.
NBC play-by-play broadcaster Mike Tirico said the sport will resume around 11:30 p.m. ET.
“A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued by the National Weather Service for our area,” a message on the stadium video board read. “These storms could produce severe situations, including lightning and strong winds.
Philadelphia Eagles large receiver Jahan Dotson (2) reacts after a reception against the Dallas Cowboys during the second quarter of the sport at Lincoln Financial Field. Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
The Philadelphia Eagles exit the sector due to lightning in the realm to trigger a climate delay in the third quarter in the sport at Lincoln Financial Field on September 4, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Getty Images
“For your safety, please exit the open seating area at this time and seek shelter along the concourses.”
Both groups finally left the sector and returned to their locker rooms to wait out the delay.
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