The second half of the 2019 Hall of Fame Game between the New York Jets and the Cleveland Browns was interrupted by a power outage at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio. The game was delayed for nearly an hour as stadium officials worked to restore power.
The power outage occurred at the start of the third quarter, with the Jets leading 14-0. The stadium went dark and the players were sent to the locker rooms. After nearly an hour, the power was restored and the game resumed.
The Jets went on to win the game by a score of 17-0. It was the first preseason game for both teams and the first time they had met since 2016. The game was also the first time the Jets had played in Canton since 2003.
The power outage was a major inconvenience for both teams, as well as for the fans in attendance. However, it did not seem to affect the outcome of the game. The Jets were able to maintain their lead and secure the victory.
The cause of the power outage is still unknown, but it is believed to have been caused by a transformer issue. The NFL is currently investigating the incident and has not yet released any official statement.
Overall, the power outage was an unexpected interruption to the Hall of Fame Game, but it did not affect the outcome of the game. The Jets were able to secure a victory in their first preseason game of 2019.
