Update…Eagles’ Darius Slay reluctantly prepares to face the Packers, doesn’t want to go to Brazil
One of the more unusual problems? The teams might have to ditch their green
jerseys because Palmeiras, a local soccer team with a passionate fan base, shares
the same color. The NFL doesn’t want to step on any toes, especially in a city where soccer is almost a religion. But
Packers fans can breathe a sigh of relief-it looks like the green jerseys will still make it onto the field.
But it’s not just the logistics that have the players on edge. Darius Slay didn’t hold back when asked about his thoughts on
playing in Brazil. While he’s pumped for Week 1, the location has him seriously questioning the NFL’s decision-making.
“Week 1, I can’t wait. But man, I do not wanna go to Brazil,” Slay revealed, citing the strict security measures that will
keep players confined to their hotels. For him, the trip feels more like a lockdown than a kickoff.
Darius Slay urges loved ones to skip Brazil amid NFL’s risky international move
Slay’s concerns are so serious that he’s told his family to stay far away from Brazil. He doesn’t see the point in having
them travel just to be stuck in a hotel, especially with the high crime rate the NFL has warned about. It’s a move that
underscores just how uneasy some players are about this international venture.