"NFL Players Overwhelmingly Prefer Grass Fields Over Turf, NFLPA Says"
NFL Players Association members are advocating for natural grass fields due to concerns about injuries, general soreness, and burns associated with artificial turf. Studies have shown higher injury rates on turf compared to natural grass, and there are also concerns about potential health risks from the chemicals in artificial turf. Despite the push for natural grass, the NFL has been slow to make the switch, while other sports organizations like FIFA mandate natural grass for high-level matches.