NFL players could soon swap helmets for gold medals! League owners just greenlit pro athletes to compete in flag football at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, marking a historic crossover between America’s most-watched sport and the global Games.
The unanimous vote means stars like Patrick Mahomes or Cooper Kupp might soon rep Team USA on a 50-yard Olympic field. But first, the NFL must finalize safety rules and schedules with players’ unions and Olympic organizers. 🌍 "The world will see the greatest athletes compete," said NFL exec Troy Vincent, hinting at the league’s global ambitions.
How It’ll Work 🏅
10-player rosters (6 teams each for men/women)
Only one player per NFL team per country
5-on-5 games with no tackling
Timing’s key: The July 14-30 Olympics slot means players could win gold just before NFL training camps start. "It fits the offseason perfectly," said NFL exec Peter O’Reilly.
From Gridiron to Global Stage 🌐
This isn’t the first NFL-Olympics crossover. Herschel Walker raced bobsleds in 1992 while playing for the Eagles, and Nate Ebner juggled Patriots games with Rio 2016 rugby. Now, a new generation could make history—and maybe spark a TikTok dance craze mid-game. 💃
