# NFL clears Rio field for Ravens-Cowboys game

> NFL confirms Maracanã field ready for Week 3 clash after fixes.
- Title: NFL clears Rio field for Ravens-Cowboys game · CBS Sports
- Summary: NFL confirms Maracanã field ready for Week 3 clash after fixes. NFL says field conditions at Maracanã Stadium in Rio are safe for Ravens-Cowboys game after…
- Keywords: ravens, cowboys, maracanã stadium, nfl, brazil, field conditions, sports, clears, Rio, field, Ravens-Cowboys, game
- Source: CBS Sports — https://cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-clears-the-air-on-field-condition-concerns-for-ravens-cowboys-week-3-matchup-in-brazil
- Published: 2026-09-27T18:48:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: ravens, cowboys, maracanã stadium, nfl, brazil, field conditions, sports
## Ravens and Cowboys in Rio
Baltimore and Dallas teams arrive in rio de janeiro for week 3 game.
## Field concerns before game
Local soccer clubs play weekly on field causing wear and tear.
## NFL field director confirms
Nick pappas says independent test shows field safe for play.

> no need to worry
## Field improvements made
Turf plugs reinforced for traction and stability before game.
## Players' union worries
NFLpa says field needs better traction and stability for safety.

> we've been struggling in these last few games
## Game day readiness
NFL confirms field safe for sunday's matchup after tests and fixes.
## Key takeaway

NFL says field conditions at Maracanã Stadium in Rio are safe for Ravens-Cowboys game after improvements.