NFL announces contingency plan if SoFi Stadium can't be used for Rams-Vikings playoff game due to wildfires

Fox News correspondent Bill Melugin reported from the Pacific Palisades and Santa Monica border, saying no active fire could be seen as firefighters worked to quell raging wildfires across the Los Angeles area.

A contingency plan has been put in place by the NFL as it continues monitoring the wildfires in California ahead of the Los Angeles Rams-Minnesota Vikings wild-card matchup Monday. 

The No. 4-seeded Rams are scheduled to host the No. 5 Vikings at SoFi Stadium, but as the wildfires rage in the area, there’s a strong chance the Inglewood venue won’t be used. 

The NFL released a statement saying it plans on having the Rams-Vikings play as scheduled Monday night at SoFi Stadium. If the stadium can’t be used, the game will be moved to a different venue. 

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Matthew Stafford of the Los Angeles Rams throws a pass during the third quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at SoFi Stadium Dec. 28, 2024, in Inglewood, Calif. (Harry How/Getty Images)

State Farm Stadium, the home of the Arizona Cardinals in Glendale, will be the backup location for the wild-card game, if necessary. 

"The NFL’s priority is the safety of the Los Angeles community," the league’s statement began. "We are grateful for the tireless efforts of the first responders. Our hearts are with Los Angeles and everyone affected by the fires.

"We will continue to closely monitor developments in the area and will remain in contact with public officials, both clubs and the NFLPA."

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The league issued a statement earlier Wednesday, which noted it was monitoring the situation. 

The Rams had a scheduled off day Wednesday, though the