Two of the NFL's marquee quarterbacks, Patrick Mahomes and Matthew Stafford, have weighed in on the surprising announcement that flag football will be part of the 2028 Olympic Games. Despite the sport's inclusion, both players have expressed their reservations about participating.
For Mahomes, the Kansas City Chiefs' superstar, the reasoning is straightforward: "I'm always going to focus on what's right in front of me, and that's winning another Super Bowl." The grind of an NFL season, with its demands and physical toll, makes the idea of adding an Olympic event to his schedule a daunting proposition.
Likewise, Stafford, the battle-tested Los Angeles Rams quarterback, echoed similar sentiments. "I love football and representing my country would be an honor, but right now, my heart is with my team and doing everything I can to bring them another championship," Stafford remarked.
Both players also noted the physical demands of their primary sport. Even though flag football is a less contact-heavy version, the risk of injury could still affect their NFL careers, which remain their main professional focus.
While neither quarterback entirely ruled out future participation, their current priorities remain centered on potential Super Bowl runs rather than Olympic aspirations.
As the Olympics approach and the buzz around flag football's debut grows, it will be intriguing to see if any high-profile NFL players ultimately decide to take up the challenge on the international stage.
