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Why are we hearing about PSI data in the frigid Vikings-Seahawks playoff game? Here's one theory

(Jim Mone)

The Vikings and Seahawks will play Sunday in record-low playoff temperatures, prompting the NFL to express concern about natural football deflation.

Per Sal Paolantonio: Officials in MIN worried about footballs going under 12 PSI; will use backup footballs in 2nd half that've been inside

— Aaron Levine (@AaronQ13Fox) January 10, 2016

According to Business Insider, the NFL will only switch footballs once -- at halftime. The NFL will reportedly measure the PSI levels of both sets of footballs. No word on if those numbers will become public.