NFL teams: players eligible for 2028 Olympic flag football with limits; what comes next?

NFL teams: players eligible for 2028 Olympic flag football with limits; what comes next?

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NFL teams have unanimously approved a resolution allowing players to participate in the Olympic debut of flag football at the 2028 Los Angeles Games. This decision, supported by NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, involves collaboration with the NFL Players Association, the International Federation of American Football (IFAF), and Olympic authorities to establish player participation rules. Key conditions include a limit of one NFL player per team and ensuring the Olympic schedule does not conflict with NFL commitments. The effort reflects broader cooperation to promote flag football's growth, highlighted by enthusiasm from NFL stars like Patrick Mahomes and Tyreek Hill. The article also touches on the potential inclusion of other sports, such as baseball, in future Olympics.
Originally by https://www.nbcsports.com/author/nick-zaccardion May 20, 2025
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