Cam Jurgens: Turf was just radiating heat in Nashville
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Key Points:
- The Eagles and Titans faced extreme heat during their game in Nashville, with stadium temperatures reaching 157 degrees on the turf at Nissan Stadium.
- Players struggled with the heat, changing cleats frequently and cooling their feet with water, though Eagles guard Cam Jurgens still experienced significant discomfort.
- Eagles left tackle Jordan Mailata highlighted the dangers of turf fields in high heat, advocating for all grass fields to ensure player safety and consistent playing conditions.
- Lane Johnson described the conditions as a "mental test," which the Eagles overcame to secure a 24-20 victory, improving their season record to 2-0.
