U.S. Bank Stadium won't play host to the NFL's marquee game Sunday night because Tampa Bay was spared extensive damage from Hurricane Ian, the Buccaneers announced Thursday.
Minneapolis was the designated backup site if the game had to be moved from Tampa's Raymond James Stadium due to damage from the massive storm. Minneapolis stadium officials were prepared and eager to host the matchup between two future Hall of Fame quarterbacks, Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes.
John Drum, general manager for ASM Global, which runs U.S. Bank Stadium operations, said it's fortunate Tampa Bay was spared but unfortunate Minneapolis didn't get a chance to showcase its hospitality.