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NFL cites player safety in plan to bring every stadium’s playing surface up to enhanced standards

December 6, 2025

The NFL has announced a new initiative to enhance the safety and consistency of playing surfaces across all stadiums, with a deadline set for 2028. Teams will receive access to a library of approved field standards by 2026, and all new fields must comply immediately, allowing two years for existing surfaces to meet the new regulations.

NFL cites player safety in plan to bring every stadium’s playing surface up to enhanced standards

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NFL plans to enhance playing surface standards by 2028.
New standards will be determined through lab and field testing.
Teams will receive a library of approved fields before the 2026 season.
All new fields must meet the enhanced standards immediately.
Existing fields have two years to comply with the new regulations.

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NFL cites player safety in plan to bring every stadium’s playing surface up to enhanced standards

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NFL cites player safety in plan to bring every stadium’s playing surface up to enhanced standards

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