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Darrell Green, 66, Pursues Olympic Flag Football Dream

3/21/2026

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Story summary

Darrell Green, a 66-year-old Hall of Famer, competes in flag football trials in Chula Vista, California.
He aims to join the 2026 United States national team for the International Federation of American Football (IFAF) championships in Germany.
Green previously played 20 seasons in the National Football League.
Callie Brownson of USA Football notes growing Olympic flag football interest.
Team USA will face NFL players in the Fanatics Flag Football Classic.

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Story summary

Darrell Green, a 66-year-old Hall of Famer, competes in flag football trials in Chula Vista, California.
He aims to join the 2026 United States national team for the International Federation of American Football (IFAF) championships in Germany.
Green previously played 20 seasons in the National Football League.
Callie Brownson of USA Football notes growing Olympic flag football interest.
Team USA will face NFL players in the Fanatics Flag Football Classic.