Super Bowl LVIII Turf Controversy: NFL Faces Criticism Over 'Spongy' Practice Fields

As the San Francisco 49ers express concerns over the softness of their practice field at UNLV, the NFL insists the surface meets safety standards.

The San Francisco 49ers are unhappy with the condition of their practice field at UNLV, describing it as too soft and 'spongy'.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell defends the field's condition, stating it has been unanimously approved by experts and meets safety standards.
The Kansas City Chiefs, meanwhile, practice at the Las Vegas Raiders' state-of-the-art facility, raising questions about fairness.
This controversy echoes last year's Super Bowl, where both participating teams criticized the game field's condition.
The NFL faces ongoing scrutiny over its handling of playing surfaces, amid calls from players and the NFLPA for improvements.