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Flood Watch, Heavy Rain Forecast Define Setup for Bills–Eagles in Buffalo

Josh Allen is cleared to play after late‑week ankle concerns.

Overview

  • Kickoff is 4:25 p.m. ET Sunday at Highmark Stadium, with the game on FOX and Kevin Burkhardt and Tom Brady on the call.
  • The National Weather Service issued a flood watch from 1 p.m. Sunday through Monday afternoon in Buffalo, with forecasters calling for a high likelihood of rain during the game.
  • Analysts and sportsbooks highlight likely weather impacts on passing and special teams, with some models pointing to periods of very heavy rain.
  • Buffalo will use Michael Badgley at kicker in place of Matt Prater, a switch drawing added attention because of expected wet conditions.
  • Philadelphia has clinched the NFC East, Buffalo is still chasing the AFC East, and Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter is expected to return to the rotation.