As the Los Angeles Rams gear up to host the Minnesota Vikings on Monday night, concerns are mounting over a wildfire raging near Los Angeles. The rapidly spreading blaze and deteriorating air quality have caught the attention of the NFL, which is closely monitoring the situation.
“The NFL continues to closely monitor developments in the area and will remain in contact with both clubs and the NFLPA,” NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy stated in an email to PFT.
Postponing the game appears unlikely, given the tight playoff schedule, with the winner set to play the following weekend. However, if the fire approaches the venue or air quality in Inglewood reaches unhealthy levels, relocating the game may become necessary.
Potential alternative locations include Phoenix and Las Vegas, both within a reasonable distance.
With the game just five days away, the league will soon need to make a projection about the situation on Monday night. For now, the plans remain unchanged, but that could shift quickly depending on the wildfire’s trajectory and impact.
