Patriots replace turf at Gillette Stadium before preseason opener against Colts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 2:38 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
The New England Patriots are replacing the artificial turf at Gillette Stadium after it failed NFL testing ahead of their preseason opener against the Indianapolis Colts on August 10, 2026. The original surface was recently installed but did not meet league standards. Patriots chief operating officer Jim Nolan confirmed the team is installing a new field similar to the one used in 2025. The replacement turf must pass inspection before the game, emphasizing the importance of player safety.
- •Gillette Stadium turf failed NFL and NFLPA testing.
- •Patriots scheduled to host Colts on August 10, 2026.
- •New turf installation needs to meet safety requirements.
- •Joint practice with Colts set for August 8 at practice fields.
- •Previous preseason games canceled due to unsafe playing surfaces.
- 2:38 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots Forced Into Major Gillette Stadium Change Before Preseason Opener
"The New England Patriots are installing new turf at Gillette Stadium after the initial surface failed NFL testing before Thursday’s Colts game.
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