Bengals to Install FieldTurf CORE at Paycor Stadium for 2024 Season

The Cincinnati Bengals' decision to replace slit-film turf with FieldTurf CORE aims to enhance player safety and align with NFL recommendations.

The Bengals and Hamilton County have announced the installation of FieldTurf CORE at Paycor Stadium, marking a significant shift from the previous slit-film turf.
This move is part of a broader $39 million stadium upgrade project, with the new turf costing taxpayers nearly $1 million.
FieldTurf CORE is used by eight other NFL teams and is celebrated for its quality, safety, and performance, aiming to reduce the risk of severe knee injuries.
The NFL and NFLPA have been in discussions about playing surfaces, with a focus on improving player safety across all types of fields.
Players, including Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, have expressed a preference for safer playing surfaces, highlighting the importance of consistent, high-quality fields.