NFL Nears Approval for Player Olympic Participation

NFL owners are expected to approve a resolution during league meetings in Minneapolis that would allow players to participate in flag football at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The proposal requires at least 24 of 32 owners' approval and includes limits such as one player per NFL team per national team, injury protection, and Olympic teams meeting NFL standards for medical and field conditions. Final details still require negotiation with the NFLPA, Olympic officials, and national governing bodies, especially around scheduling to avoid conflicts with NFL training camps and providing salary cap relief for injured players. High-profile NFL stars, including Joe Burrow, Tyreek Hill, and Patrick Mahomes, have shown interest in competing. The Olympic flag football event is set to feature six national teams, each with ten players. The NFLPA supports the initiative, and the league seeks to expand its global reach through this Olympic debut.