Buffalo Bills replace grass surface at new stadium after two preseason games

The Buffalo Bills are installing new sod at their new stadium following the failure of the initial grass field during the preseason. The replacement work began after the original surface deteriorated during the first two preseason games. Turf experts and former groundskeepers criticized the quality of the initial installation, with some labeling it the worst they had seen in the NFL. The team stated they consulted with the NFL and independent experts before proceeding with the current three-week replacement window. The Bills are scheduled to host the Detroit Lions in 13 days for the first regular-season home game. Officials maintain that the replacement process meets league standards, though industry experts expressed skepticism regarding the field's durability for the upcoming three-game home stretch.

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