Leonard Williams, Cooper Kupp advocate for grass fields in NFL
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 3:01 AM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
During training camp press conferences on July 28, Seattle Seahawks players Leonard Williams and Cooper Kupp expressed their preference for grass playing surfaces over artificial turf. Williams noted that grass is easier on the body and called for a shift towards grass fields, starting with the Seahawks, who are likely to have a new owner soon. Kupp affirmed this sentiment, mentioning the need for continuous dialogue on the issue, emphasizing the physical benefits players feel when playing on grass. The NFLPA continues to push for better playing surfaces, potentially making it a part of future agreements.
- •Leonard Williams and Cooper Kupp advocate for permanent grass fields.
- •Williams claims grass is less impactful on player bodies.
- •Kupp supports the need for ongoing discussions about field surfaces.
- •The Seahawks may initiate changes with new ownership.
- •NFLPA is pushing for improvements in playing surfaces.
- 3:01 AMYahoo Sports — Leonard Williams, Cooper Kupp make case for grass fields
"The NFLPA's P.R. push for grass fields should focus less on making a broad-brush effort to shame the owners into choosing a better surface and more on getting specific teams to flip.
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