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NFL Owners Approve Player Participation in 2028 Olympic Flag Football

The unanimous vote allows contracted players to compete under strict eligibility and safety guidelines as negotiations begin on finalizing participation details.

Feb 2, 2025; Orlando, FL, USA; A general overall view as NFC quarterback Jared Goff of the Detroit Lions (16) throws the ball on the NFL shield logo at midfield under pressure from AFC safety Derwin James of the Los Angeles Chargers (3) during the 2025 Pro Bowl Games at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts scores touchdown on a tush push during Super Bowl LIX between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs on February 9, 2025 at the Superdome in New Orleans, LA.

Overview

  • NFL team owners voted 32-0 to permit contracted players to participate in flag football at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, marking a significant milestone for the sport.
  • The resolution limits participation to one player per NFL team per national team, with designated international players eligible to represent their home countries.
  • Key protections include leaguewide insurance policies, salary cap credits for injuries, and requirements for Olympic medical staff and field standards.
  • Stakeholders, including the NFLPA, IOC, and IFAF, will now negotiate the specifics of player eligibility, scheduling, and safety measures.
  • USA Football's 2025 national teams, currently without active NFL players, will compete in upcoming international events as a precursor to the 2028 Games.