Storm Changes NFL Game Times

Written by: Mike Rodriguez | Saturday, December 19th, 2009 | 0 Comments

The East Coast is being hit by a huge storm that is predicted to drop upwards of 12 to 20 inches of snow, and has caused some changes throughout the NFL’s weekend schedule.

The 49er’s and Eagles game has been pushed back to a 1 pm kickoff (ET) in anticipation of the storm. As a public-safety concern, the changes were made to accommodate fans and allow more time for city and stadium personnel to clear streets and walkways in and around the stadium. The game between the Baltimore Ravens and Chicago Bears has also been moved back to a 1:15 p.m (ET) start. Both games will still be televised on FOX.

Mother nature is going to definitely make things difficult this weekend with snow affecting these games. For those sitting at home who have fantasy pools or players, a sinking feeling just hit you and now you might have to change your fantasy football game plan.

The ground game for the Eagles might be used a lot more than expected, making DeSean Jackson, Donovan McNabb and Brett Celek’s fantasy value decrease. Meanwhile players like Frank Gore and believe it or not Leonard Weaver, who might be sitting on your fantasy bench for better options, will see a boost in value in our eyes for carries. The Bears-Ravens game shouldn’t affect fantasy points or players as much as you think, most of the top starters already involve the running backs. But what about the betting community? Are the Eagles really 9 point favorites now? Or the Ravens 10.5 over the Bears?

We’ll keep you posted.