Overview

• NFL owners voted 32-0 to allow contracted players to compete in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics' flag football debut.
• The resolution limits one NFL player per team per national squad and includes insurance and salary cap credits for injuries.
• Negotiations with the NFLPA, Olympic officials, and governing bodies are underway to address scheduling and safety protocols.
• Flag football will feature six men’s and six women’s 10-player teams, with the U.S. expected to be a strong contender for gold.
• NFL players and officials have expressed excitement about the global platform, seeing it as a chance to expand the sport internationally.