Odell Beckham Jr. Criticizes MetLife Stadium Turf After Malik Nabers ACL Injury

New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers suffered a season-ending torn ACL on the artificial turf at MetLife Stadium during a Week 4 game, reigniting concerns about the safety of the playing surface. Former Giants star Odell Beckham Jr., who himself endured a serious ankle injury at MetLife in 2017, has publicly urged the NFL to eliminate artificial turf, criticizing the league's inconsistent approach to player safety. MetLife Stadium, dubbed "DeathLife" by Beckham, has seen numerous high-profile injuries, including those to Aaron Rodgers, Nick Bosa, and Wan'Dale Robinson, despite the installation of a new FieldTurf CORE system in 2023 intended to improve safety. Beckham highlighted that at least 16 players have sustained ACL or Achilles injuries at the stadium since 2019, the highest number in the league, and called for a serious discussion about turf quality and player health. Nabers, a promising second-year player and former LSU standout, had 18 catches for 271 yards and two touchdowns before his injury. The ongoing debate centers on whether artificial turf can be made safe or if it should be replaced to protect athletes' careers and wellbeing.