Bills "very happy" with how field held up in new Highmark Stadium debut
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Key Points:
- The new Highmark Stadium field showed signs of wear during the Bills' preseason game against the Panthers, with chunks of grass being torn up, leading to visible divots by the end of the match.
- Bills president Pete Guelli stated that the grounds crew anticipated these issues given the field's recent installation and addressed them promptly during the game.
- Guelli expressed confidence that the field's condition will improve over time as the foundation settles, emphasizing that the current state is typical for a brand-new playing surface.
- The team is optimistic about the field's playability and safety, noting that the preseason is a period of adjustment for the new turf.
- The Bills have one more preseason home game and will start their regular season in Week 2, hoping future discussions will focus more on gameplay rather than field conditions.
