A day before the Baltimore Ravens travel to Brazil, quarterback Lamar Jackson said he isn't focusing on the condition of the field at Maracanã Stadium. "I believe the NFL does a great job at having their specialists go out there and look over the fields," Jackson said Wednesday. "I cannot worry about that. I just have to worry about getting us a dub in Brazil."

On Sunday, Baltimore plays the Dallas Cowboys in the NFL's first game in Rio de Janeiro. Concerns about the playing surface started last week when professional soccer players voiced complaints. NFL field director Nick Pappas told ESPN there are "no concerns right now" about the field.

Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton said he has heard the criticism but isn't focused on it. "I know the players are the product in this league," Hamilton said. "As soon as we lose 'putting the players forward' is when we lose the league." Cornerback Marlon Humphrey added, "If we got to play on some concrete, we will play on some concrete."

The Ravens and Cowboys are both flying to Brazil on Thursday night and will arrive Friday, two days before the game. The reason Baltimore isn't leaving earlier is because it's only a one-hour time difference. Coach Brian Schottenheimer said players have been educated on cleat choice, with molded cleats and seven-stud shoes available for better traction.