Incoming Seahawks owner signals potential shift to grass field
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 11:29 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Vinod Khosla, the incoming owner of the Seattle Seahawks, has suggested the possibility of converting Lumen Field to a grass surface. In recent comments, he indicated that the decision should rest with the team's management, citing the need for expertise from those involved with the Seahawks. This discussion aligns with ongoing pressure from the NFL Players Association to improve player safety by reducing reliance on artificial turf. Many players support a transition to grass, which could alter the playing conditions at home games.
- •Vinod Khosla has taken over as Seahawks owner.
- •He expressed willingness to consider a grass field at Lumen Field.
- •The NFL Players Association advocates for safer playing surfaces.
- •Players like Cooper Kupp and Leonard Williams support the switch to grass.
- •Management will ultimately decide the field's surface.
- 11:29 PMYahoo Sports — Incoming Seahawks owner opens door for conversion to grass field
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