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NFLPA Pushes for Natural Grass as League Adopts New Field Standards

The NFLPA reiterated that players “overwhelmingly prefer high-quality, natural grass surfaces” after the NFL announced new playing-field standards. While calling the changes “a step in the right direction,” the union said it will keep pushing for safer, more consistent grass fields. The league insists turf and grass have similar injury rates, leaving the issue tied to future CBA negotiations.