# Ravens QB Lamar Jackson on Rio field conditions

> Ravens QB Lamar Jackson says NFL field prep is solid for Rio game despite concerns
- Title: Ravens QB Lamar Jackson on Rio field conditions · CBS Sports
- Summary: 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
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- Source: CBS Sports — https://cbssports.com/nfl/news/ravens-lamar-jackson-comments-rio-field
- Published: 2026-09-23T23:19:00+00:00
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- Topics: lamar jackson, ravens, cowboys, rio de janeiro, maracanã stadium, nfl, baltimore ravens, dallas cowboys, field conditions, international game, 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
## Key takeaway

Jackson confirms NFL will handle field conditions for Rio game