Storm Causes Delay in Washington Commanders vs. Cleveland Browns Exhibition Game
Inclement weather, including lightning and heavy rain, caused a significant delay in the start of the exhibition game between the Washington Commanders and Cleveland Browns. Fans were advised to seek shelter, and players had to wait for updates during the extended delay. After the weather cleared, the game was rescheduled, and both teams resumed their pregame routines. This is not the first time the Browns have experienced a delay in their preseason games. Here are the details of the storm delay and its impact on the Commanders vs. Browns exhibition game.
Storm delay affects Washington Commanders vs. Cleveland Browns exhibition game
Due to nearby lightning and heavy rain, the start of the exhibition game between the Washington Commanders and Cleveland Browns was delayed for over an hour. Fans were instructed to seek shelter, and players had to wait for updates during the extended delay.
Rescheduling and kickoff time
After the weather conditions improved, officials gave the go-ahead for players to warm up again. The kickoff was rescheduled for 8:46 p.m., following the initial delay from the original start time of 7:38 p.m.
Previous delays in Browns’ preseason games
This is not the first time the Cleveland Browns have experienced delays in their preseason games. In the Hall of Fame game last week, a power outage caused a delay between the third and fourth quarters. Despite the interruptions, the Browns emerged victorious with a 21-16 win over the New York Jets.
