The Philadelphia Eagles secured a narrow 34-29 victory against the Green Bay Packers, but post-game discussions focused heavily on the challenging field conditions at Arena Corinthians, typically a soccer stadium. Multiple players struggled for traction on the slick surface, with tight end Dallas Goedert likening it to the Super Bowl turf.
Quarterback Jalen Hurts acknowledged the difficulty, while running back Saquon Barkley adapted by switching to longer cleats, resulting in a standout performance. Packers head coach Matt LaFleur and safety Xavier McKinney noted similar struggles, emphasizing the need to adapt to variable playing conditions.
LeBron James also chimed in on social media, criticizing the field. Despite months of preparation by groundskeepers, the surface remained problematic during the game.