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NFL player interest in Olympic flag football
Overview
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and executive Brian Flinn have reported that over 200 NFL players from more than 25 countries have expressed interest in competing in flag football at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
This interest follows a May 2025 resolution by NFL teams allowing players to participate in the non-contact Olympic sport. While some high-profile athletes, such as Joe Burrow, have expressed a desire to compete for gold, others like Patrick Mahomes have indicated they will leave the opportunity to younger athletes.
The Olympic tournament is set to feature six men’s and six women’s teams, with national flag football federations managing the selection process. Goodell noted the global growth of the sport, citing a recent historic match where American Samoa defeated the USA 38-32, marking the first time the U.S. has lost in 14 years.
Entities
Los Angeles · NFL · Düsseldorf · American Samoa · Patrick Mahomes
Timeline
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22 days ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesNFL players show interest in 2028 Olympic flag footballOver 200 NFL players from more than 25 countries have expressed interest in competing in flag football at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
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26 days ago
[SPORTS] 6 sourcesRoger Goodell: Over 200 NFL players want to compete in OlympicsNFL Commissioner Roger Goodell reports that over 200 NFL players want to compete in flag football at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Sources
bild.de · deezer.com · japantimes.co.jp · onetz.de · skysportaustria.at · sportbild.bild.de · sportsbusiness.at · vecernji.hr