Welcome to snowy Gillette

FOXBOROUGH -- Welcome to Gillette Stadium, where the Patriots host the Jets today (1 p.m.). If the current weather conditions continue, this will be a game defined by how the teams deal with the elements.

It is snowing, and there are considerable wind gusts. The temperature is currently 28 degrees. The forecast indicates that the snow is expected to turn to rain shortly before kickoff.

The field is currently covered by a green tarp and four plows are now pushing snow off the tarp. Workers are also clearing off seats, which are blanketed with snow.

While driving into the stadium, one might have thought visibility would have been an issue, but that doesn't appear as if it will be a concern for the teams.

In terms of analysis, these conditions would seemingly favor the Jets. Because the Patriots have such a proficient passing game, the conditions are going to make it challenging to execute.

We'll be passing along updates throughout the day.