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Robert Griffin III Joins USA Men's Flag Football Team for 2028 Olympics

3/27/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Robert Griffin III, a former NFL quarterback, was named to the USA Men's National Flag Football Team for 2028 Olympics.
He is among 24 players at training camp, with 12 to the World Championship in Düsseldorf, Germany in August.
Flag football differs from tackle football, and Team USA has recently defeated NFL players.
Griffin last played in NFL in 2020 and may gain an advantage by dedicating time to flag skills.

History

Historical Context

Flag football's journey to the Olympics began in 1972 when the International Olympic Committee recognized it as a competitive sport. After decades of growth, including the establishment of the USA Flag Football Association in 2004, the sport will debut at the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, marking the first Olympic appearance for any form of American football since 1932.

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Story summary

Robert Griffin III, a former NFL quarterback, was named to the USA Men's National Flag Football Team for 2028 Olympics.
He is among 24 players at training camp, with 12 to the World Championship in Düsseldorf, Germany in August.
Flag football differs from tackle football, and Team USA has recently defeated NFL players.
Griffin last played in NFL in 2020 and may gain an advantage by dedicating time to flag skills.

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