NFL Owners Give Green Light for Players to Shine in Olympic Flag Football 2028

NFL owners have unanimously granted approval for players to partake in flag football at the 2028 Olympics. The decision, made during the spring meetings in Minnesota, empowers the league to negotiate essential safety measures and scheduling logistics with the NFL Players Association and Olympic authorities. The global enthusiasm for the sport underscores the significance of this moment.League executive Troy Vincent noted, “The world will witness its finest athletes.” A maximum of one player per team will represent their national committee in the 10-player rosters across separate men’s and women’s tournaments. The flag football gold medal match could occur before NFL training camps commence, fitting into off-season schedules seamlessly.