The playing surface was renamed Brooks Field at the beginning of the 2015 season after the removal of the track and lowering of the field-level seats.

[9][10] On a cold, rainy January 1, 1942, 56,000 fans, 22,000 of whom sat on bleachers borrowed from nearby NC State and UNC, watched the heavily-favored Blue Devils fall to the strong defense of the Beavers, 20–16.

Another notable feature was the removal of the stadium's track, which allowed 4,000 additional seats to be added along with lowering and recentering the field.

The concourses along the stadium's north and west sides were enhanced with new concessions and new gates, restroom facilities and first aid stations.

[16] The first two phases of the renovations were finished over a two-year period, including the new press box, eight broadcast booths[17] and suites completed by the 2016 college football season.

The new area features a tailgate-like experience with both standing room and non-reserved seating, an unlimited food package, yard games, and a DJ.