Steelers Swap Turf, Add Black to Gold Seats

On April 1st, Pittsburgh Steelers president Art Rooney II just confirmed they're swapping out the playing surface at Acresure Stadium.

After a rough 2025 season with slips and injuries on that old Kentucky bluegrass turf, they're switching to Tohoma 31.

Bermuda grass to meet rising NFL standards.

Rooney made the call at the NFL owner's meetings, stressing it wasn't league-mandated but a smart move.

That new grass blend is already thriving at spots like Lincoln Financial Field in Philly and Soldier Field in Chicago, promising better play and safety.

Players and reports hammered the old field hard last year.

Kicker.

Chris Boswell slipped on a key feel-go-miss and special teams captain Miles Killabrew tore his knee, sidelineing him for the season.

The NFL Players Association even slapped it with an F-grade dead last league-wide.

Beyond the turf, they're tweaking the seats too.

Acresure's famous Sea of Gold is getting a splash of black mixed in just to break up the overwhelming yellow without any set pattern.

These upgrades should have the stadium feeling fresh for Steelers and pick games alike, setting the stage for smoother action ahead.

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