NFL Clears Maracanã Stadium Field for Cowboys and Ravens Clash in Rio

By Mark Maske · Front Office Sports · 2026-09-27

Front Office Sports reports that league officials have officially certified the playing surface in Rio de Janeiro following concerns over heavy rainfall and poor turf conditions. While the field met safety requirements established by the NFL and the players' union, questions rema

Front Office Sports reports that league officials have officially certified the playing surface in Rio de Janeiro following concerns over heavy rainfall and poor turf conditions. While the field met safety requirements established by the NFL and the players' union, questions rema