NFL Stars Set to Shine in Flag Football at 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

The 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles just got a major touchdown. NFL owners have thrown their full support behind allowing players to compete in flag football, marking its Olympic debut. This unanimous decision, made on May 20, 2025, opens the door for NFL stars to chase gold on a global stage, something they’ve been itching to do.

"Our players are thrilled at the chance to represent their countries and compete for Olympic glory," said Lloyd Howell, NFLPA executive director. "We’re working with the league and Olympic officials to ensure their participation comes with top-notch health and safety protections."

Players like Justin Jefferson are already buzzing with excitement. "I’m speechless," Jefferson said. "A gold medal? That’s the dream." Other big names, including Patrick Mahomes, Tyreek Hill, and Jalen Hurts—the newly minted flag football ambassador for the Games—are ready to swap pigskins for Olympic pins. The NFL’s been warming up for this moment, having already replaced the Pro Bowl with flag football games and skill competitions.

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell noted the growing enthusiasm among players. "I’ve heard from many who want to represent their country, whether it’s the U.S. or their home nation," he said last month. With the Olympics returning to Los Angeles for the first time since 1984, the stage is set for a spectacle that blends gridiron grit with Olympic spirit.