Andy Reid, the head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs, blasted the State Farm Stadium surface, attributing kicker Harrison Butker's and rookie defensive back Trent McDuffie's injury to it.
It was somewhat loose. That occasionally occurs when you re-sod, according to Reid, as quoted by the Associated Press. Sadly, it's related to the Butker and McDuffie injuries. The turf improved, and I would say that contributed in some way. I would also inform you if it didn't. It is by no means an explanation. But when you view the tape, everyone can see it.
During an early kickoff, Butker rolled his plant foot's ankle. Before Butker returned to kick a 54-yard field goal and three PATs, safety Justin Reid converted one of two extra points, but Reid kicked off the remaining kickoffs.
McDuffie tore his hamstring in a coverage incident, and the Chiefs placed him on injured reserve on Tuesday.
ASM Global oversees Soldier Field and six other NFL stadiums and maintains State Farm Stadium. After receiving harsh criticism during their preseason opener, the Bears' stadium was re-sodded earlier this month.
The natural grass field used by the Cardinals rests on a tray and can be pushed into the stadium for games or out into the sun as needed. Additionally, it prohibits the staging of other events like concerts on the lawn.
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