Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow has expressed enthusiasm for participating in the 2028 Olympic flag football event, hoping to team up with former LSU teammates Ja'Marr Chase and Justin Jefferson. Burrow also proposed a detailed plan for expanding the NFL season to 18 games, which includes two bye weeks and a league-wide bye in Week 13 for Pro Bowl festivities, aiming to enhance player safety and viewership. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has acknowledged discussions on the 18-game season but noted that it may still be a few seasons away. The proposal has received mixed reactions but aims to address both player welfare and fan engagement.