Week 1 NFL Games Lightning-Delayed, Jaguars, Panthers, Titans Affected

Several football games across different leagues experienced weather delays due to lightning in early September 2025. The Tennessee Titans' NFL game against the Denver Broncos faced a halftime delay caused by nearby lightning, with the NFL mandating a minimum 30-minute wait after the last strike before resuming play. Similarly, the Jacksonville Jaguars' game versus the Carolina Panthers was suspended in the second quarter when lightning was detected within 10 miles of EverBank Stadium, forcing fans in open areas to seek cover and the teams to pause play without a set timetable to resume. This disruption mirrors other recent NFL lightning delays, including the season opener between the Eagles and Cowboys and the Week 1 Panthers-Jaguars game, where lightning delays impacted momentum and flow for both teams. Additionally, a Clemson-Troy college football game was delayed prior to kickoff after lightning was detected within eight miles of Memorial Stadium, triggering safety protocols and fan evacuation. Across all events, safety concerns remain paramount, with officials enforcing strict guidelines to mitigate risks posed by lightning to players, coaches, and fans.