Roger Goodell's 'Absolutely' Means Seattle's Speedsters Could Be On the 2028 Olympic Podium
Holy smokes, 12s, did you catch what Roger Goodell just dropped? The Commissioner came out swinging, telling Suzy Shuster on Women’s Sports Now that he "absolutely" expects to see active, even retired, NFL players representing in the 2028 Olympics! If you're anything like me, your mind just raced to who from our beloved Seahawks could be flying the flag for Team USA, chasing that ultimate gold medal glory. This isn't some pipe dream, folks, this is happening!
The Commish Just Opened the Olympic Door
Goodell wasn't shy about it, declaring a resounding "Absolutely" when asked if NFL players would be in the flag football tournament. This is a game-changer! The NFL has already given the green light, making up to one active player per franchise available to participate. Goodell is convinced because the timing is perfect, happening before training camps and during the first week of the Olympics.
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He gets it, too. He knows our guys are fierce competitors. "Listen, these players are competitors, and they love the big stage," Goodell said. "And to win a gold medal, or any medal, is something I think they would all treasure, and they talk about it all the time." You hear that? Our guys are already dreaming of it! Imagine a Seahawk bringing that kind of hardware back to the Emerald City. It's not just about football anymore, it's about Olympic history!
Speed, Shiftiness, and Seattle's Shot at Gold
Now, don't get it twisted, flag football isn't tackle. The Fanatics Flag Football Classic already showed us the very real differences in the game. We're talking an emphasis on pure shiftiness, blistering speed, and raw versatility. So, who on our roster immediately comes to mind when you hear those words?
You know who I'm thinking about: our playmakers, guys like Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Rashid Shaheed, and Cooper Kupp, who can stop on a dime, burn past defenders, and make magic happen with the ball. Even Sam Darnold, with his mobility and arm, brings that versatile edge. The challenge is real: players have to be selected for the U.S. men’s national flag football team. But if you ask me, we've got plenty of talent with exactly the right skill set to make that roster and turn heads on the global stage.
The thought of one of our Seahawks, one of the guys we cheer for every single Sunday at Lumen Field, standing on an Olympic podium in 2028 with a gold medal around their neck? That's the kind of story that gives you chills. We'll be watching closely to see which of our Seattle stars gets the ultimate call to represent the USA. Get ready to cheer even louder, 12s, because this is going to be epic!
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