The Jacksonville Jaguars encountered a challenging situation as they were stranded for seven hours on the tarmac at Indianapolis International Airport due to a winter storm. The National Weather Service reported heavy snowfall ranging between 2 and 5 inches, freezing drizzle, and strong wind gusts of up to 40 mph in central Indiana.
The Jaguars, with a season record of 4-13, were aiming to depart from Indianapolis after their game against the Colts. However, the match extended into overtime, causing a delay that led to the team being stuck at the airport. Unfortunately, the Jaguars suffered a 26-23 loss to the Colts.
After a prolonged wait, the team's charter flight was finally granted clearance to depart at 1 a.m. EST and reached Jacksonville two hours later. This delay impacted the scheduled meeting between team owner Shad Khan and coach Doug Pederson to discuss their future plans and strategies.
In contrast, the Kansas City Chiefs managed to avoid the storm's impact by opting to stay overnight in Denver following their game against the Broncos, showcasing the strategic decisions made by different NFL teams in response to adverse weather conditions.
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