10 Best NFL Stadiums to Watch a Game at
10 Best NFL Stadiums to Watch a Game at
From history to atmosphere to fans, these are 10 of the best NFL stadiums
Picture this, Its a cool, breezy Sunday afternoon in the fall. You’re ready to watch your favorite NFL team take on its divisional rivalry. What could make this day better? A cold beer, rowdy fans tailgating, and the best venue in the NFL. Life doesn’t get better than this unless your team plays at one of the best 15 NFL stadiums.
In this article, I will rank the 15 best NFL stadiums to catch a game at once corona virus is over and its safe to watch games in person again. There is a bunch of criteria that could make up a good NFL stadium, but for this list I am using my unbiased opinion based on stadium location, history, fan base, tailgating, atmosphere and all things that make a Sunday game memorable and fun for all to enjoy.
1. Lambeau Field
Whether it be the Lambeau Leap or being called Titletown, this historic stadium is the best place to catch a game. This stadium tops the list as the best stadium due to its history that dates back to 1957 making it the oldest stadium in the league. This historic stadium is located in the suburbs of Greenbay, meaning this stadium is surrounded by houses on all sides. Along with the unbeatable placement, the atmosphere is to die for. Fans pack the 81,000 seats no matter what the temperature says, making them the most loyal fans in the game and also earning the nickname of the cheese heads. The history of TitleTown's famous landmark is enough to draw any passing football fan in, but the modern updates that renovations have brought over the years have struck the perfect balance for the stadium.
2. Century Link Field
Century Link Field is opponents nightmare as this stadium is one of the loudest in the world. Seattle Seahawks fans are known as the 12s and these crazy fans get rowdy making the atmosphere the best in the country. This stadium set the record for loudest in the nation coming in at 137.6 decibels when they played the Saints in 2013. Along with these crazy fans, this beautiful stadium sits 68,000 fans and is one of few with a retractable roof. When the roof is open it reveals beautiful downtown Seattle skyline. This stadium that opened in 2002 is right next to the Seattle Mariners MLB stadium and is located right next to the water. This stadium also doubles as a soccer field for the Seattle Sounders. For any die hard fan, this is a beautiful spot to catch a game.
3. Arrowhead Stadium
Ever since Patrick Mahomes took over in Kansas City, Arrowhead stadium is where opponents have gone to die. Mahomes’ home record is 23-5 meaning him and the Chiefs have major homefield advantage due to the crazy atmosphere. Chiefs fans recently broke the sound record that the Seattle Seahawks held when they recorded a record 142.2 decibels in 2014. Along with having the loudest fans, Arrowhead stadium is also home to the famous tomahawk chop that the fans do before the Chiefs run on to the field. This is deafening to the human ear. Arrow head sits 76,000 fans and has arguable the best tailgating in the NFL. What’s better than tailgating, loud fans, and winning?
4. SoFi Stadium
This is the newest, state of the art stadium. Opened in September of 2020, SoFi stadium has all the latest bells and whistles. It seats over 70,000 with the ability to reach 100,000 for bigger events. The jumbotron is the only one in the world that is hollowed out and goes all the way around. Its also unique because two major NFL teams share this stadium. This world class stadium cost over 5 billion dollars and there is a reason why the Super Bowl will take place here along with the Olympics and many other events. Due to covid, we don’t know the atmosphere or what its like at full capacity but this is every football fans dream to see the newest and latest in football and in technology.
5. Allegiant Stadium
It isn’t as new as SoFi Stadium but Allegiant Stadium is only a few months behind. Opened in July of 2020, this stadium is also known as the death star for its sleek, all black look. Located right off the strip of Las Vegas this is the perfect place to watch a game. What’s better than football in Sin City? This sleek stadium can sit 65,000 fans and is also home to the UNLV football program. Although this stadium didn’t have fans due to Covid, it will soon be bustling with football fans, gamblers, and partiers alike. This stadium is unique in the fact that it has grass inside that is rolled in from under the stadium. This stadium is also home to the PAC-12 championship and where the 2021 Pro-Bowl where supposed to be played at.
6. U.S. Bank Stadium
U.S. Bank Stadium is beautiful both inside and out. This huge glass stadium has a breathtaking backdrop of downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. Opened in 2016, this monster of a stadium holds over 66,000 fans and can open up so fans can get a breath of fresh air. Along with this, the fans are also pretty wild. Because they are the Vikings, fans often dress up as Vikings and blow through Gjallarhorns so opposing teams cant hear. This stadium is also one of the most versatile in the world as it hosts baseball, basketball, motocross, concerts and more. It has hosted Super Bowl LII in February 2018 and the 2019 Men’s NCAA Basketball Final Four. This stadium is state of the art and very high tech and was even home to the Minneapolis Miracle.
7. AT&T Stadium
Jerrys World. The biggest NFL stadium in the world. There is a reason AT&T stadium is a world wide attraction even if you’re not a Cowboys fan. This stadium holds a whopping 100,000 fans with one of the largest jumbotrons on the planet. This stadium, located in the heart of Dallas suburbs is the football mecca of the world. Opened in 2009, it was the first stadium to cost over 1 billion dollars. To top it all off this stadium can open entirely as it has a retractable roof and at each endzone are glass retractable doors, 180 foot wide by 120 foot high. They are the largest in the world, and open or close in 18 minutes. This stadium is one of the most recognizable stadiums in all of sports due to the exterior that features a futuristic design that consists of a canted 800 foot glass wall. This is a must visit for all football fans.
8. Bills Stadium
Although this isn’t the biggest or flashiest stadium in the world, Bills Stadium is home to arguably the rowdiest fans. I’m sure you have seen the videos all over social media of fans jumping onto and breaking tables. Well, that started due to Bills Mafia. The Buffalo Bills fanbase. If you want to watch great football, feel like you’re at a college tailgate, and meet amazing people, then Bills Stadium is the place for you. Opened in 1973, this stadium seats 80,000 but is full of history. Football legends such as O.J. Simpson and Jim Kelly played here along with legends in the making such as Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs.
9. Lucas Oil Stadium
This stadium is very out of the ordinary compared to the other stadiums on this list. This stadium, from the outside, looks like a big beer dispensary or an old field house. This legendary stadium is built out of brick on the outside and is beautiful on the inside. With a huge open ceiling, this stadium overlooks downtown Indianapolis and has endzones that open up to let in fresh air as well. Opened in 2008, this stadium seats 67,000 and this historic stadium has been home to the NFL Scouting Combine and is hollowed ground for the NFL fans everywhere.
10. Heinz Field
Rounding out this list is the beautiful Heinz Field. Every Steeler fan knows how special this place is especially when the “terrible towel” comes out. This stadium opened in 2001 and can fit right around 69,000 fans. What makes this place special is the breath taking views of downtown Pittsburgh and its location right on the river. It is also located next to the Pittsburgh Pirates MLB stadium and is most known for its rowdy fans. The steel curtain lives on here forever and this is a must visit for all NFL fans.
As jerry Jones' persona and a fan of the Cowboys, I am a little perturbed that AT&T stadium is only #7. With my grievances out of the way I really like this idea. I have been to a Seahawks game and it was pretty rad. The fans are jerks but the atmosphere is really cool.
This was a cool read and interesting read for me. I read you last article and both times your authority and knowledge of this subject really comes out. I really liked all the little facts about the stadiums I didn't know.