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NFL Owners to Vote on Flag Football Participation for 2028 Olympics

The proposed resolution would permit NFL players to compete in Olympic flag football under strict guidelines, with a vote set for next week in Minnesota.

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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (left) and Kansas City's Patrick Mahomes (right) have both indicated a desire to play in the Olympics
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Overview

  • NFL owners will meet next week in Eagan, Minnesota, to vote on a resolution allowing contracted players to participate in Olympic flag football in 2028.
  • The resolution limits participation to one player per NFL team, with additional eligibility for each team’s designated international player to represent their home country.
  • Key safeguards include league-wide injury insurance, salary cap credits for injured players, and NFL-standard medical staff and field requirements for Olympic events.
  • Scheduling guidelines aim to prevent significant conflicts between Olympic participation and NFL training camps, as the Games fall largely in the NFL offseason.
  • The league views Olympic participation as a strategy to grow flag football globally, expand its fan base, and increase engagement with NFL partners.