NFL opener interrupted by blackout.
NFL Opener Halted When Stadium Lights Go Dark
During the second half of the Hall of Fame game in Canton, Ohio, the atmosphere took an unexpected turn as several banks of stadium lights suddenly went dark. The matchup between the New York Jets and Cleveland Browns was temporarily delayed, adding an element of suspense to the NFL preseason opener.
The power outage occurred at the end of the third quarter, with the Jets holding onto a narrow 16-14 lead. The unexpected interruption lasted for approximately 20 minutes, leaving players and fans in suspense.
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As the officials gathered at midfield with Browns coach Kevin Stefanski and Jets coach Robert Saleh, the players anxiously stretched on the sidelines, uncertain of when play would resume. The remaining lights provided some illumination, but it was still too dark for the game to continue.
Eventually, the lights came back on, and the game resumed. Browns rookie quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson made a significant impact, throwing a 22-yard touchdown pass to Austin Watkins Jr. with 9:33 left on the clock, putting Cleveland ahead. The Browns managed to hold on to their lead and emerged victorious with a final score of 21-16.
Among the notable spectators was the Jets’ offseason acquisition, Aaron Rodgers. The four-time league MVP observed the game from the sideline, dressed in black Jets gear and wearing a headset. While he didn’t participate in the preseason game, Rodgers expressed his readiness to lead the Jets to glory in the upcoming regular season.
Meanwhile, the Browns made the decision to rest quarterback Deshaun Watson, who has high expectations for his second year with the team.
Overall, the unexpected power outage added an intriguing twist to the Hall of Fame game, creating a memorable moment for both players and fans alike.
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