American College Stadiums That Starred in Your Favorite Movies

18. Baylor University's McLane Stadium – "The Longest Yard" (2005)

McLane Stadium in Waco, Texas, stands as a modern venue that featured prominently in the 2005 remake of The Longest Yard, where Adam Sandler’s character is recruited to form a team of prison inmates for a football game. Though the stadium is relatively new, it brought a level of authenticity to the football scenes, with its wide-open design and picturesque setting along the Brazos River adding a touch of cinematic grandeur. McLane Stadium’s inclusion in the film highlights how even contemporary college venues can serve as the backdrop for thrilling sports drama.