Jaxson Dart advocates for grass field at MetLife Stadium after World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 6:06 PM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
Jaxson Dart, quarterback for the New York Giants, expressed his hope for MetLife Stadium to retain the grass field used during the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the upcoming NFL season. Dart highlighted concerns about player safety on artificial turf, which has been linked to numerous injuries. His remarks align with a growing movement among NFL players advocating for natural grass surfaces. Players like Caleb Williams and Laremy Tunsil have also joined this call to prioritize player health. The Giants begin their 2026 season against the Dallas Cowboys at MetLife on September 13.
- •Dart spoke at the FIFA World Cup Final on July 19.
- •The grass was installed for the World Cup event.
- •Concerns about turf safety resurfaced following player injuries.
- •Tunsil and Williams support the push for grass fields.
- •Giants open the season against the Cowboys on September 13.
- 6:06 PMYahoo Sports — Giants QB Jaxson Dart Pushes for Grass Surface to Stay at MetLife Stadium After 2026 World Cup (Exclusive)
"The turf at MetLife Stadium, the home of Dart’s New York Giants, has often been criticized
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