Does Louisiana's weather make it the best place to play football?

BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) —The weather not only delays football games, but can also help or hurt the players depending on the conditions. Different weather conditions, such as wind, hot versus cold temperatures, and dry versus humid conditions, can all affect how a team fares by the end of a game.

First and foremost, the wind plays the biggest role in a game. When winds exceed 15 to 20 mph, it can lead to erratic ball movement or friction against the ball when thrown or kicked. Due to the wind, many teams will adjust their plays in favor of shorter passes.

Temperatures play a big role in how a team plays as well. Not only can external temperatures have an effect on the health of the players, but they can also compress or expand the football itself. Hot air is less dense than col