George Kittle argues for NFL games to be played on grass fields
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 8:07 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
George Kittle spoke out on Pardon My Take, advocating for the NFL to exclusively use grass fields for games, citing FIFA's requirement for World Cup matches. He pointed out that NFL stadiums have successfully laid temporary grass for soccer, demonstrating that it is feasible. Kittle expressed that if the league valued player safety and preference, which he believes 90 percent of players support, transitioning all NFL fields to grass would be a simple, cost-effective decision. He highlighted that the NFL has the financial means to make the change.
- •Kittle advocates for all NFL games to be on grass.
- •FIFA mandates World Cup matches to be played on grass.
- •He believes 90 percent of players prefer grass fields.
- •Kittle cites financial feasibility for the change.
- •Temporary grass fields used in NFL stadiums for soccer events.
- 8:07 AMYahoo Sports — George Kittle says World Cup fields show NFL could play all games on grass if owners cared
"NFL stadiums that use artificial turf for football are using grass for soccer, and NFL players are noticing.
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