Caleb Williams reacts as George Kittle criticizes NFL on playing surfaces
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 1:59 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
George Kittle, tight end for the San Francisco 49ers, criticized the NFL for not prioritizing safer playing surfaces, specifically advocating for grass fields over artificial turf. His comments came as many NFL stadiums installed grass in preparation for this summer's World Cup. Caleb Williams of the Chicago Bears responded to Kittle's statement, expressing support for the players' preference for grass. The NFL Players Association has argued that natural grass minimizes injury risks, contrary to the NFL's stance on comparable injury rates between surfaces. Kittle has been vocal on this issue and continues to recover from an Achilles injury sustained on grass. Discussion around the need for safer playing fields is expected to intensify as the NFL season approaches.
- •George Kittle criticizes NFL for ignoring safer playing surfaces.
- •Caleb Williams shows support for Kittle's advocacy on social media.
- •15 NFL stadiums currently use artificial turf, raising injury concerns.
- •NFLPA argues natural grass fields reduce injury risks.
- •Kittle recovering from an Achilles injury while pushing for grass fields.
- 1:59 PMYahoo Sports — Caleb Williams Reacts After George Kittle Demands Major Change From NFL Owners
"As several NFL stadiums have installed grass fields to comply with FIFA regulations for this summer’s World Cup, the San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle criticized the NFL for continuing to ignore players’ long-standing calls for safer playing surfaces. His outspoken comments even drew a response from Caleb Williams of the Chicago Bears.
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