Extreme Turf Heat in Nashville Melts Cleats, Sends Eagles Coach for IV During Titans Game
Nissan Stadium turf reportedly reached 157 degrees Fahrenheit as the Philadelphia Eagles beat the Tennessee Titans 24-20, ESPN reports.
Turf temperatures at Nissan Stadium reached 157 degrees Fahrenheit during Sunday's game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Tennessee Titans, according to ESPN, with players' cleats reportedly melting in the heat.
ESPN reported that Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni needed an IV as a result of the extreme conditions. Philadelphia won the game 24-20.
The outlet did not report any additional player injuries linked to the heat beyond the conditions described.
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