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Ravens QB Lamar Jackson on Rio field conditions
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson says NFL field prep is solid for Rio game despite concerns
In brief
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson says NFL field prep is solid for Rio game despite concerns Jackson confirms NFL will handle field conditions for Rio game Originally reported by CBS Sports.
Field concerns ahead
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson says NFL specialists check fields well and won't worry about Rio conditions.
“I believe the NFL does a great job at having their specialists go out there and look over the fields”
Stadium updates
Maracanã Stadium released photos showing field improvements after heavy rain and high temperatures.
“O perfil do Maracanã divulgou imagens do trabalho da Greenleaf para tentar mitigar os problemas do gramado”
NFL field role
NFL now handles field prep for Rio game after taking over stadium management.
“The NFL took is now in charge of the field prep taking over the stadium management this week”
Player reactions
Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton says NFL will ensure safe conditions for the game.
“I know the players are the product in this league as soon as we lose putting the players forward is when we lose the league”
Cleat strategy
Cowboys coach Schottenheimer advises players to wear cleats with better traction for Rio field.
“Schottenheimer said his players were informed on what cleats to wear citing ones with better traction as a good choice for this field”
Game details
Cowboys vs. Ravens game kicks off at 4:25 p.m. ET on Sept. 27 in Rio de Janeiro.
“The game will be broadcasted on CBS streaming on Paramount plus with kickoff at 4:25 p.m. ET on Sept 27”
What it means
Jackson confirms NFL will handle field conditions for Rio game
