The Best NFL Stadiums in 2022 (Part 2)
Hi tribe! Yesterday I posted part one of the best NFL stadiums which you can check out in my posts here. Today we take a look at part two.
7. Lumen Field - Seattle Seahawks
Similar to Lucas Oil Stadium, Seattle’s Lumen Field is located very close to the city’s downtown. The Seahawks’ stadium however offers a much more unique experience than possibly any other stadium.
No field in the world looks like Lumen. The U-shape design with the north end triangle-shaped seating allows for views of downtown Seattle. The atmosphere created by the fans - the “12th Man” - makes Lumen Field one of the best NFL stadiums. The fans are famous for "Beast Quake".
In the 2010 NFC Wildcard Playoffs, running back Marshawn Lynch rushed for 67 yards, breaking nine tackles on his way to a touchdown against the Saints.
The game-clinching touchdown run caused one of the biggest upsets in NFL history and the crowd noise was so powerful, it even registered as a small earthquake!
Marshawn Lynch’s 34th birthday is a good reason to watch the BeastQuake again. @MoneyLynch (via @nflthrowback) pic.twitter.com/ix4cm0t5xN
— NFL (@NFL) April 22, 2020
6. AT&T Stadium - Dallas Cowboys
Football in Texas always offers a memorable experience, and AT&T Stadium is the perfect place to enjoy the most popular sports in America. Away fans love making an away trip to the home of the Dallas Cowboys. AT&T was built in 2009 and is feature rich. The saying that "everything is bigger in Texas" rings true.
The stadium opened with the world's largest high definition video display measuring 160 by 72 feet. AT&T Stadium also opened as the largest NFL stadium ever built, the largest domed building in America, the world’s largest air-conditioned room, the longest single span roof structure, and the largest retractable end zone doors.
Stadium food isn't cheap if you're after genuine Texas flavors such as chicken-fried steak, Fritos burger, and chicken-waffle sandwiches. You're however paying for an experience in one of the best NFL stadiums.
Greetings from AT&T Stadium pic.twitter.com/oIqPEAmq8G
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 26, 2022
5. Allegiant Stadium - Las Vegas Raiders
Allegiant Stadium opened in 2020 and is home to the Las Vegas Raiders after relocating from Oakland. The design is unreal. On one side of the end zone, there’s a massive window showing the Las Vegas strip. Next to the window are two big screens that are visible from nearly everywhere in the dome.
Around $2 billion was spent on construction and it’s easy to see how. The roof is fully translucent and the seats are ridiculously comfortable throughout the stadium. The north end zone area has retractable windows with a large torch housing a flame in honor of long time Raiders owner Al Davis in front of the view.
The food can be a bit pricey with chefs cooking luxurious dishes such as deep-fried lobster tempura. There are also the expected concessionary snacks like hot dogs and pretzels in the $3 range.
As futuristic and state-of-the-art that Allegiant Stadium is, the atmosphere can be lacking. Give Raider’s home fans in Vegas a bit more time before Allegiant Stadium ranks any higher.
Amazing end zone view for the Patriots and Raiders from Allegiant Stadium. #ForeverNE • 📸@JamieGatlin17 pic.twitter.com/UKusME5Epe
— BTM Football (@BTMFootball) August 27, 2022
4. Mercedes-Benz Stadium - Atlanta Falcons
When the Falcons are good, Mercedes-Benz Stadium shows off why it's one of the best NFL stadiums. The stadium design is futuristic with the facade consisting of alternating wrapped metal panels that are in the shape of a falcon’s wing.
Light can shine through the windows that wrap around the top of the stadium. The stadium’s west side has a transparent 16-story window that allows natural light to come in as well as offering panoramic views of the Atlanta skyline.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium deviates from a standard jumbotron setup and instead uses a ring-shaped big screen centered at the top of the stadium. An eight-petal setup also offers one of the coolest looking retracting roofs you’ll ever see.
Concessions are cheap with many fan-friendly options. You’ve got to find Smoke and Pour Nacho Cart. The “Burnt End Nachos” are to die for, with burnt ends of brisket, tortilla chips, white cheese sauce, Budweiser BBQ sauce and jalapenos. Like Allegiance Stadium, Mercedes-Benz Stadium is one of most futuristic stadiums in the world, but the atmosphere can be average because Atlanta Falcons fans don't have much to cheer about.
A time-lapse view of the roof of Mercedes-Benz Stadium opening before the #SuperBowl #Patriots #LARams pic.twitter.com/Urh0L5rvaA
— Dennis Waszak Jr. (@DWAZ73) February 3, 2019
...I'll be back tomorrow with the final part!
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