On Tuesday at the NFL Owners meetings in Minneapolis, the owners passed a resolution, 32-0, that will allow league players to participate in flag football during the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. A big surprise is that this new resolution passed with zero opposition, considering the risk of injury that could be on the table for some of the club’s star players. Financial safeguards will be in place in case that were to occur, which could be why owners felt comfortable passing the legislation.
The NFL has been preparing for this for a long time, particularly by transforming the Pro Bowl into a multi-day event that culminates with a competitive flag football game.