Poor field conditions at Estadio Azteca prompted the NFL to "pull the plug on the Mexico City game" between the Rams and Chiefs, reverting to L.A. Memorial Coliseum because it is "technically a home game for the Rams." Efforts to "re-sod the turf were insufficient to convince the NFL to stay." According to the league, the decision was based on the determination -- in consultation with the NFLPA -- that the playing field at Estadio Azteca “does not meet NFL standards for play ability and consistency and will not meet those standards by next Monday.” The NFL will announce "ticket reimbursement procedures in the coming days" (L.A. TIMES, 11/14).
The Rams will now "scramble to get security, concessions and all other logistical aspects lined up to host a major prime-time game in six days." Both teams still will "wear their 'Color Rush' uniforms" (ESPN.com, 11/13). The Rams announced that "season-ticket holders currently can purchase their seats via the Rams Account Manager" through tomorrow at 10:00am PT. Season-ticket holders "will be permitted to buy up to four additional seats." Starting at 1:00pm PT today, the "general public will be able to buy any and all remaining tickets at TheRams.com" (PROFOOTBALLTALK.com, 11/13).
