Metal sheet falls onto AT&T Stadium surface before Cowboys-Texans game

Why it matters: The incident raised concerns about the structural integrity of AT&T Stadium and the safety of fans attending games.

What's new: A metal sheet, which was a covering lid to a cable tray, fell onto the surface of AT&T Stadium before the Cowboys-Texans game. The city of Arlington spokeswoman confirmed that there were no structural issues with the stadium itself.

Yes, but: While there were no injuries reported and the city considered the matter closed, questions remain about the stability of the cable tray lids and the potential for similar incidents in the future.

What to watch: The Cowboys announced that they conducted additional reviews and work to secure the covering lids for the cable trays. It will be crucial to monitor any future events at the stadium to ensure fan safety.

• Susan Schrock (city of Arlington spokeswoman) on the incident: "Our building inspector and our deputy fire marshal did talk to AT&T Stadium crews today and determined that there weren't any structural issues with the venue or the roof. And that this was, in fact, just a piece of metal that was a covering lid to one of these cable trays that was blown off by a gust of wind."

What's next: The Cowboys will need to continue their efforts to reinforce the cable tray lids to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future. Regular inspections and maintenance will be essential to ensuring the safety of fans.

The bottom line: While the incident did not result in any injuries or structural damage, it serves as a reminder of the importance of thorough maintenance and inspection protocols for stadiums. The Cowboys' proactive steps to address the issue should provide reassurance to fans and spectators.

Metal sheet falls onto AT&T Stadium surface before Cowboys-Texans game

Why it matters: The incident raised concerns about the structural integrity of AT&T Stadium and the safety of fans attending games.

What's new: A metal sheet, which was a covering lid to a cable tray, fell onto the surface of AT&T Stadium before the Cowboys-Texans game. The city of Arlington spokeswoman confirmed that there were no structural issues with the stadium itself.

Yes, but: While there were no injuries reported and the city considered the matter closed, questions remain about the stability of the cable tray lids and the potential for similar incidents in the future.

What to watch: The Cowboys announced that they conducted additional reviews and work to secure the covering lids for the cable trays. It will be crucial to monitor any future events at the stadium to ensure fan safety.

• Susan Schrock (city of Arlington spokeswoman) on the incident: "Our building inspector and our deputy fire marshal did talk to AT&T Stadium crews today and determined that there weren't any structural issues with the venue or the roof. And that this was, in fact, just a piece of metal that was a covering lid to one of these cable trays that was blown off by a gust of wind."

What's next: The Cowboys will need to continue their efforts to reinforce the cable tray lids to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future. Regular inspections and maintenance will be essential to ensuring the safety of fans.

The bottom line: While the incident did not result in any injuries or structural damage, it serves as a reminder of the importance of thorough maintenance and inspection protocols for stadiums. The Cowboys' proactive steps to address the issue should provide reassurance to fans and spectators.