Colts prepare for preseason game on new turf at Gillette Stadium

The Indianapolis Colts are set to play the New England Patriots in a preseason game on Thursday night at Gillette Stadium, which is under renovation after the previous turf was deemed noncompliant by the NFL. A replacement surface is being installed this week, with Patriots COO Jim Nolan confirming it will be a more compliant version used last season. The Colts have dealt with turf issues in the past, including a situation in 2016 that caused a preseason game cancellation due to unsafe playing conditions. Injuries have already affected the Colts' roster during training camp, raising concerns about player safety on the new turf. Players with lingering injuries may not participate in the game, and there is caution against any further injuries due to surface concerns.

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