Jonathon Brooks supports George Kittle's call for safer NFL playing fields
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 12:02 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Carolina Panthers running back Jonathon Brooks has endorsed San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle's recent callout of the NFL regarding the use of turf fields. Kittle criticized the league for not providing safer playing conditions akin to those available during World Cup events. Brooks shared Kittle's message on social media, emphasizing the need for a change. Both players are recovering from significant non-contact injuries related to turf surfaces. The NFL Players Association has reported a higher incidence of non-contact injuries on turf, with players expressing a preference for natural grass fields.
- •Brooks supports Kittle's call against NFL turf usage.
- •Kittle recently criticized the NFL’s field policies.
- •Brooks has suffered two ACL injuries in his career.
- •The NFLPA reports higher injury rates on turf fields.
- •Players generally prefer playing on natural grass.
- 12:02 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks endorses star's strong callout of the NFL
"49ers TE George Kittle called out the NFL over their use of turf fields. Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks appears to support that message.
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