Overview
- Grounds crews pushed standing water off the Rose Bowl turf with squeegees as large sections of the field stayed under tarp.
- AccuWeather projected heavy morning rain with thunderstorms followed by afternoon showers and a risk of flooding in Pasadena.
- The forecast called for a 60% chance of precipitation at the 1 p.m. PT kickoff and about 50% through the game, with low-60s temperatures and light winds.
- ESPN's College GameDay showed pooled water on the surface, and panelists Kirk Herbstreit and Pat McAfee questioned whether the cleanup would be enough.
- Local authorities were reported to be monitoring areas around the stadium for flooding to protect fans, and a 2023 MLS suspension at the venue provides a recent precedent.