Team USA’s chances of winning gold in flag football might diminish with NFL players
By Vincent Bonsignore
Published on March 22, 2026.
The Fanatics Flag Football Classic, a precursor to the 2028 Olympics, saw a surprising performance from a group of NFL players who stole the show. These unknowns, who have been working for years in obscurity, were instrumental in Team USA's victory over their opponents, Joe Burrow, Davante Adams, Jayden Daniels, Tom Brady and Jalen Hurts. Their experience and knowledge of the smaller field dimensions, the intricacies of this format compared to the NFL game gave them a significant advantage. The decision on the Team USA roster for the Olympics in Los Angeles will be made by representatives from USA Football and the NFL.
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