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NFL·PREVIEW·September 22, 2026 07:31 AM ET

NFL clears Rio field for Cowboys-Ravens Sunday game

Maracana hosts the international matchup

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 221 min read
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NFL field director Nick Pappas said there are "no concerns right now" about the field conditions in Rio de Janeiro for S

What happened: NFL field director Nick Pappas said the Rio de Janeiro surface has no concerns right now. Dallas meets Baltimore on Sunday.

Why it matters: The clearance removes a logistical variable for an international date. The Rio matchup remains set as scheduled.

What to watch: Teams continue preparations toward Sunday in Rio de Janeiro.

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