Sean Payton believes NFL will see more grass fields soon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 6:20 PM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
Sean Payton, head coach of the Denver Broncos, predicts an increase in the number of NFL teams using grass fields. Currently, half of the NFL's 32 teams utilize artificial turf. Payton points to the safety issues associated with turf and acknowledges logistical challenges for maintaining grass in covered stadiums. He notes that the debate over field surface preferences could become a significant topic in the league's next collective bargaining agreement. The push for more grass fields has been fueled by player advocacy, as ownership considers these changes amid financial and logistical concerns.
- •Sean Payton advocates for more grass fields in the NFL.
- •Currently, 16 teams use grass while 16 use artificial turf.
- •Logistical issues exist for grass maintenance in enclosed stadiums.
- •Field surface preferences may influence the next CBA negotiations.
- •Players increasingly prefer grass surfaces for enhanced safety.
- 6:20 PMYahoo Sports — Sean Payton predicts there will be more grass fields "where it's possible"
"16 teams currently play on turf, and 16 play on artificial turf.
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