Overview
- McConkey told Jordan Schultz he wants to represent the United States in flag football when the sport debuts at the Los Angeles Olympics in July 2028.
- NFL owners voted in May to allow league players to try out for Olympic flag football, clearing the path for active NFL participants.
- Only one player from each NFL team will be eligible for national-team selection in the 5-on-5 format, creating strict intra-team competition.
- Team USA’s flag program has dominated recent IFAF competitions, a track record that could limit roster spots for NFL entrants.
- McConkey’s candidacy follows recent on-field inconsistency, including a 3-catch, 13-yard outing in a loss to Jacksonville before the Chargers’ bye week.