Yahoo Sports reports: As several NFL stadiums have installed grass fields to comply with FIFA regulations for this summer’s World Cup, the San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle criticized the NFL for continuing to ignore players’ long-standing calls for safer playing surfaces. His outspoken comments even drew a response from Caleb Williams of the Chicago Bears.
sports | sports | Yahoo Sports | June 27, 2026 1:59 PM
Caleb Williams Reacts After George Kittle Demands Major Change From NFL Owners
As several NFL stadiums have installed grass fields to comply with FIFA regulations for this summer’s World Cup, the San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle criticized the NFL for continuing to ignore players’ long-standing calls for safer playing surfaces. His outspoken comments even drew a response from Caleb Williams of the Chicago Bears.
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