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Ford Field getting new turf for 2019

(Photo: Daniel Mears, Detroit News)

Allen Park — The Detroit Lions will have a new playing surface for home games in 2019. On Wednesday, the team announced its plan to replace the turf at Ford Field.

The four-week project will begin in early May.

The team previously replaced the surface in 2013. The newest installment will be FieldTurf's Classic HD system.

“We’ve partnered with FieldTurf since the inaugural season at Ford Field because of our confidence in their proven product,” said team president Rod Wood. “With ongoing enhancements in turf technology, we are embracing the opportunity to work with FieldTurf to install their best available playing surface and maintain the highest standards of safety for all players at our stadium.