NFL Top 10: Ranking the Largest NFL Stadiums
Updated on: August 9, 2024 / 11:05 AM

NFL Top 10: Ranking the Largest NFL Stadiums

There is nothing like the roar of an electric crowd, cheering on their team as they hunt for glory. The NFL gridiron hosts the greatest athletes on the planet, who rightly attract eyes from all over, and it’s only fitting that their platforms are some of the most magnificent stadiums in the world.

Over the years, these stadiums have hosted some of the sport's greatest moments, and this article is going to take you on a tour of the nation's biggest and best. From architectural marvels to historical pillars, we'll explore the venues that have become icons in their own right. Whether you're an avid fan or a casual observer, there's always something awe-inspiring about these colossal arenas. And for all the latest on upcoming NFL games on TV and streaming, Livesportsontv.com is your ultimate guide.

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1st - MetLife Stadium (82,500)

  • Home teams: New York Giants & New York Jets
  • Record attendance: 93,000 (12th Siyum Hashas of Daf Hayomi, 2012)
  • Opened: 2010
  • Interesting fact: MetLife is just one of two stadiums that hosts two NFL teams. The other is SoFi Stadium.
  • Other information: In 2014, MetLife Stadium hosted the first-ever cold-weather Super Bowl. Super Bowl XLVIII Was made famous for the hammering of the Denver Broncos, dished out by Seattle’s Legion of Boom defense. They won 43-8.

2nd - Lambeau Field (81,441)

  • Home team: Green Bay Packers
  • Record attendance: 79,704 (Packers vs. Cowboys, January, 2015)
  • Opened: 1957
  • Interesting fact: Lambeau Field is the oldest continually operating NFL stadium.
  • Other information: Being an outdoor stadium in a cold-weather city, Lambeau Field has been assigned the very suitable nickname ‘Frozen Tundra’, which is fitting because it hosted one of the coldest games in NFL history, the ‘Ice Bowl’. This game between the Packers and Cowboys in 1967 reached lows of -13 degrees Fahrenheit. The stadium is named after Curly Lambeau, the founder of the Packers, and is renowned for its passionate fanbase and iconic "Lambeau Leap."

3rd - AT&T Stadium (80,000)

  • Home team: Dallas Cowboys
  • Record attendance: 108,713 (NBA All-Star Game, 2010)
  • Opened: 2009
  • Interesting fact: AT&T Stadium features one of the world's largest high-definition video screens, which is referred to as the ‘Jerrytron’. It spans a whopping 160 feet wide!
  • Other information: AT&T Stadium, otherwise known as ‘Jerry’s World’ is a jaw-dropping display of modern engineering, highlighted by a retractable roof and a visitors' atrium with a glass wall providing panoramic views of the Dallas skyline. Fans also benefit from high-speed wifi and a unique art and sculpture collection.

4th - Arrowhead Stadium (76,416)

  • Home team: Kansas City Chiefs
  • Record attendance: 82,094 (Chiefs vs. Raiders, 1972)
  • Opened: 1972
  • Interesting fact: Arrowhead Stadium is known for being the loudest stadium in the NFL, setting a record of 142.2 decibels in 2014. Apparently, that is louder than a jet plane taking off.
  • Other information: Arrowhead Stadium is part of the Truman Sports Complex. It boasts a unique seating bowl that was specifically designed to amplify crowd noise, creating a daunting atmosphere for visiting teams and making it as hard as possible for them to communicate on offense.

5th - Empower Field at Mile High (76,125)

  • Home team: Denver Broncos
  • Record attendance: 85,233 (Ed Sheeran X Tour, 2023)
  • Opened: 2001
  • Interesting fact: The stadium's elevation is exactly one mile above sea level, giving the home team a handy advantage. Opposing teams can struggle with the high altitude, which makes it harder for blood to deliver oxygen to muscles and the brain.
  • Other information: Empower Field at Mile High provides fans with stunning views of the Rocky Mountains. In an attempt to honor the team name and location, the stadium design was inspired by a horseshoe and the wave-like design is meant to represent the Rocky Mountains.

6th - Bank of America Stadium (74,867)

  • Home team: Carolina Panthers & Charlotte FC (MLS)
  • Record attendance: 74,532 (Panthers vs. Cowboys, 2018)
  • Opened: 1996
  • Interesting fact: Charlotte FC set an MLS record attendance of 74,479 people in 2022.
  • Other information: Bank of America Stadium is known for its fearsome looking panther statues that welcome visitors on their arrival. Whilst the on-field performances have not been anything to be particularly excited by in recent years, fans have at least benefited from a few stadium upgrades. These include escalator bays to take people up to the top level, an improved sound system, better wi-fi and LED lighting on the concourse

7th - Caesars Superdome (76,468)

  • Home team: New Orleans Saints
  • Record attendance: 78,133 (WrestleMania 34, 2018)
  • Opened: 1975
  • Interesting fact: The stadium’s 10-acre roof makes it the largest fixed dome structure in the world, with a diameter of 680 feet and a total of 440,000 square feet.
  • Other information: The Caesars Superdome is an iconic landmark, hosting numerous Super Bowls and major events. When planning their new stadium, then-commissioner Pete Rozelle advised a domed stadium because of the New Orleans weather. This turned out to be a good call, as it later went on to serve as a shelter during Hurricane Katrina in 2005.

8th - NRG Stadium (72,220)

  • Home team: Houston Texans
  • Record attendance: 80,108 (George Strait — Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, 2019)
  • Opened: 2002
  • Interesting fact: NRG Stadium was the first NFL facility to have a retractable roof.
  • Other information: Houston locals have gotten used to visiting NRG Stadium for a wide range of events, including football, soccer, shows and concerts. The retractable roof, which takes 7 minutes to open, allows for both open-air and climate-controlled events, making it an all-year-round perfect venue. When Houston hosted the Super Bowl in 2017, it is estimated that the event generated $500 million for the city.

9th - Highmark Stadium (71,608)

  • Home team: Buffalo Bills
  • Record attendance: 80,000 (The Who, 1982)
  • Opened: 1973
  • Interesting fact: The Bills were one of the first teams to sell naming rights to their stadium. In 1972, Rich Products, who were a food product company based in Buffalo, signed a 25-year deal worth $1.5 million to have the stadium named ‘Rich Stadium’
  • Other information: Highmark Stadium is famed for hosting the Bills’ raucous fanbase, the "Bills Mafia”, who are renowned for showing up regardless of the intense weather that descends on the stadium. Late-season games at Highmark are often frigid encounters, with a blanket of snow even causing last year’s Wild Card Round clash against the Steelers to be pushed back by a day. The locals happily clubbed together to shovel it away prior to the game.

10th - M&T Bank Stadium (70,745)

  • Home team: Baltimore Ravens
  • Record attendance: 71,547 (Ravens vs. Texans, 2012)
  • Opened: 1998
  • Interesting fact: M&T Bank Stadium is fondly referred to by home fans as simply “The Bank”
  • Other information: Just like many of the impressive stadiums on this list, M&T Bank Stadium is a versatile stadium, also hosting Lacrosse, Monster Jam, soccer (including the CONCACAF Gold Cup Quarterfinals) and concerts by the likes of Beyonce, U2 and Justin Timberlake.

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