Ever wondered how many NFL teams play under a roof? With 30 stadiums in the league, keeping track of which venues are domed and which are open-air can be tricky. To simplify things, we’ve broken it all down.
Here’s a complete look at every NFL stadium, detailing whether it’s an indoor or outdoor venue.
NFL Teams With a Domed/Indoor Stadium
Currently, 10 NFL stadiums feature a dome or roof. These provide teams and fans with protection from the elements, creating a controlled environment for every game. Five of these stadiums have retractable roofs, allowing flexibility depending on weather conditions.
Here are the NFL’s indoor stadiums:
- State Farm Stadium | Arizona Cardinals
– Retractable - Mercedes-Benz Stadium | Atlanta Falcons
– Retractable - AT&T Stadium | Dallas Cowboys
– Retractable - Ford Field | Detroit Lions
- NRG Stadium | Houston Texans
– Retractable - Lucas Oil Stadium | Indianapolis Colts
– Retractable - Allegiant Stadium | Las Vegas Raiders
- SoFi Stadium | Los Angeles Chargers and Los Angeles Rams
- U.S. Bank Stadium | Minnesota Vikings
- Caesars Superdome | New Orleans Saints
How Retractable Roofs Work In The NFL Stadiums?
Retractable roofs give teams flexibility, but they come with strict NFL rules. The home team must inform the referee or the highest-ranking league official 90 minutes before kickoff whether the roof will be open or closed. Once the decision is made, the roof must remain in that position at least an hour before the game begins.
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Occasionally, unexpected situations force last-minute changes. For example, in Week 11’s Monday Night Football game between the Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans, the Cowboys planned to open AT&T Stadium’s roof for the first time in two seasons. However, strong winds caused a piece of metal to fall onto the field three hours before kickoff. Thankfully, the stadium was empty, and no one was hurt. The Cowboys closed the roof to ensure safety, and the game proceeded without further incident.
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NFL Teams With Outdoor Stadiums
The remaining 20 NFL teams play in open-air stadiums, where fans and players must brave the elements. These outdoor venues bring unique atmospheres, whether it’s the icy chill of Lambeau Field in December or the blazing heat at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.
Here’s the full list of NFL outdoor stadiums:
- M&T Bank Stadium | Baltimore Ravens
- Highmark Stadium | Buffalo Bills
- Bank of America Stadium | Carolina Panthers
- Soldier Field | Chicago Bears
- Paycor Stadium | Cincinnati Bengals
- Huntington Bank Field | Cleveland Browns
- Empower Field at Mile High | Denver Broncos
- Lambeau Field | Green Bay Packers
- TIAA Bank Field | Jacksonville Jaguars
- GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium | Kansas City Chiefs
- Hard Rock Stadium | Miami Dolphins
- Gillette Stadium | New England Patriots
- MetLife Stadium | New York Giants and New York Jets
- Lincoln Financial Field | Philadelphia Eagles
- Acrisure Stadium | Pittsburgh Steelers
- Levi’s Stadium | San Francisco 49ers
- Lumen Field | Seattle Seahawks
- Raymond James Stadium | Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Nissan Stadium | Tennessee Titans
- FedExField | Washington Commanders
The Future Of NFL Stadiums
The number of domed stadiums in the NFL will soon rise to 11. The Tennessee Titans plan to replace Nissan Stadium with a new domed venue, projected to open in 2027. This will make the Titans the latest team to join the exclusive indoor stadium club, offering fans a more comfortable game-day experience.
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Why It Matters?
Whether indoor or outdoor, NFL stadiums are a vital part of the game-day experience. Domes eliminate weather-related variables, creating consistent conditions for players and fans. Outdoor fields, on the other hand, add an unpredictable element, where snow, rain, or wind can turn a game into a true test of grit. Now that you know which teams play indoors and which ones face the elements, you’ll be ready for anything this NFL season throws your way!
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