Patriots push for grass at Gillette Stadium amid World Cup spotlight

Patriots players are pressuring owner Robert Kraft to switch Gillette Stadium from artificial turf to natural grass, arguing that grass reduces knee/ankle injuries. Led by Rhamondre Stevenson and Brenden Schooler and echoed by Kevin Byard III and Milton Williams, the players want the change ahead of the World Cup’s use of the venue. With practice delayed until after the World Cup, Kraft faces a timely decision on field conditions that could impact the team’s health and competitiveness.