Overview
- Owners voted Wednesday in a virtual December League Meeting to fund the development and launch of a professional flag football league.
- The authorization permits 32 Equity to invest up to $32 million and negotiate a partnership to operate the league, with structure and timing still to be announced.
- League officials describe the move as building a formal pathway from youth and school programs to a professional tier for women and men.
- The NFL cites about 20 million participants worldwide and high school programs in 38 states, with collegiate offerings expanding rapidly.
- In May, owners approved NFL player participation in Olympic flag football with injury protections and salary-cap credits, with reports noting a limit of one player per club per national team and interest from stars such as Justin Jefferson.