Philadelphia Eagles right guard Mekhi Becton expressed strong feelings about MetLife Stadium, where he will be playing against the New York Giants. Becton, who spent the first four seasons of his career with the New York Jets, did not mince words when discussing his former home field, calling it a “s—– stadium” and stating that everything about it is bad. Despite his negative opinion of the stadium, Becton is grateful that he only has to play there once a year and is focused on doing his best in the game and then going home.
Becton’s time with the Jets was plagued by injuries, with him only playing in 31 out of 67 possible games due to knee and ankle injuries. While he was able to stay healthy last season and start in all 16 games, he struggled on the field, giving up the second most holding penalties in the NFL (12) and yielding 12.5 sacks. Becton did not have any positive remarks about MetLife Stadium, despite not sustaining any injuries there. He emphasized the stark difference in turf quality when comparing it to other stadiums, describing it as feeling lifted and generally not feeling right.
After becoming a free agent, Becton signed a one-year, $5.5 million contract with the Philadelphia Eagles and switched positions to become the starting right guard. This season, he has not committed any penalties but has allowed three sacks according to Pro Football Focus. Becton also mentioned that during his time with the Jets, he often felt like they were the “little brothers” to the Giants, who had a more decorated history in the same stadium. This added motivation for Becton leading up to the upcoming game against the Giants.
Despite the challenges he faced with the Jets, Becton’s move to the Eagles has provided him with a fresh start and a chance to prove himself in a new position. While he has faced some struggles in his new role as right guard, Becton remains focused on performing at his best and contributing to his new team. The upcoming game against the Giants provides him with an opportunity to show his former team what they may have been missing out on and to prove himself in a new environment.
Becton’s comments about MetLife Stadium shed light on the complex relationships that players can have with their former teams and stadiums. His candid remarks about the stadium’s turf and overall atmosphere reflect his personal experiences and opinions, which have influenced his feelings about playing there. As he prepares to face off against his former team at MetLife Stadium, Becton is focused on giving his all on the field and making the most of the opportunity to compete against familiar faces in a different setting.
