Marketplace · Thursday, August 27, 2026
NFL players are increasingly vocal about their preference for natural grass over artificial turf, citing reduced impact and better effects on the body. While the NFL points to studies suggesting similar injury rates, players' union data indicates higher rates on turf, and the union plans to push for grass in future negotiations.
“Yeah, for sure. I think the whole NFL felt that way. You know, we obviously prefer to be on grass, it's just less impact, better on the body and things like that.”
“92% of NFL players agree according to a 2024 poll conducted by the NFL Players Association, their union.”
“But there's one overarching reason nearly half the stadiums in the league use turf. Well, I think it comes down to money.”