Patriots replace turf field ahead of preseason opener against Colts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 2:18 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
The New England Patriots are replacing their artificial turf field before hosting the Indianapolis Colts for their 2026 preseason opener on Thursday. The NFL and NFL Players Association's testing protocol deemed the initially installed field "noncompliant," prompting the urgent switch to a new surface. Patriots COO Jim Nolan stated that the replacement field will closely resemble the one used previously, ensuring player familiarity. Installation is currently underway as the team races against the clock with the season approaching.
- •Patriots host Colts in the 2026 preseason opener on Thursday.
- •First turf field was deemed "noncompliant" by NFL testing standards.
- •New installation is aimed at player safety and consistency.
- •Previous field removed after the final World Cup game at Gillette Stadium.
- 2:18 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots scramble to replace turf field before Thursday's preseason opener vs. Colts
"The first surface installed after the World Cup was deemed to be "noncompliant."
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