NFL players want more grass fields after World Cup
NFL players start a social media campaign to support a call by their players union for more permanent grass fields following the World Cup.
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"Why can't we have this too?"
— Caleb Williams , Athlete
"Natural grass isn't out of reach. Prioritizing players shouldn't be either."
— Jonathan Taylor , Athlete
"The cost of doing nothing is paid for by players' bodies. Make grass mandatory."
— Zaire Franklin , Athlete
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NFL players start a social media campaign to support a call by their players union for more permanent grass fields following the World Cup.
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