Dolphins Players Criticize MetLife Stadium Turf Following Jaelan Phillips' Achilles Injury

MetLife Stadium's turf called 'trash' as players demand change after a series of injuries, including recent Achilles injury to Dolphins' linebacker Jaelan Phillips.

Dolphins linebacker Jaelan Phillips suffered a non-contact Achilles injury during a game against the Jets at MetLife Stadium, sparking criticism from teammates about the quality of the turf.
Several Dolphins players, including safety Jevon Holland and running back Raheem Mostert, called the MetLife Stadium turf 'trash' and suggested it increases the risk of injuries.
MetLife Stadium was recently named the least favorite stadium to play in by NFL players in an anonymous poll conducted by The Athletic, with the turf being a central reason for the low ranking.
Since 2020, there have been six ACL tears, three Achilles tears, an MCL tear and a patellar tendon tear at MetLife Stadium.
The NFL Players Association has called for grass to be used in all stadiums across the league because its data has shown it to be 'a significantly safer surface than turf.'