On Tuesday, Chiefs coach Andy Reid slammed the field inside State Farm Stadium after two Kansas City players slipped on the turf and were injured during last week's 44-21 win over the Arizona Cardinals.
Trent McDuffie, a first-round pick, stumbled during his otherwise stellar NFL debut, injuring his hamstring.
Trent McDuffie, a first-round pick, stumbled during his otherwise stellar NFL debut, injuring his hamstring.
He will miss at least the following four games as a result of being placed on injured reserve on Tuesday.
Butker was identified as having a sprained ankle, and given that the Chiefs play the Chargers on Thursday night, it is unlikely that he will be ready for Week 2.
Former Jets kicker Matt Ammendola was signed to the Chiefs' practise squad and could be activated for the game.
When the stadium is used for concerts and other events, the Cardinals' distinctive natural grass field which literally rests on a tray can be slid out from underneath. Additionally, it allows the surface to receive sunlight.
ASM Global, which also oversees Soldier Field and six other NFL stadiums, maintains the stadium.
After receiving harsh criticism following their preseason opener, the Chicago Bears' stadium was resodded earlier this month.