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Sean McVay excited about NFL talent in Olympic flag football and calls it a rare chance

Los Angeles Rams' head coach Sean McVay supports NFL players participating in the 2028 Olympics flag football event. McVay believes players should have the option to represent Team USA, highlighting Justin Jefferson's excitement as an example. Quarterback Matthew Stafford joked about playing but expressed interest in coaching.
Sean McVay excited about NFL talent in Olympic flag football and calls it a rare chance
Sean McVay excited about NFL talent in Olympic flag football and calls it a rare chance (Image Source: Getty Images)
The Olympics will be in Los Angeles in 2028. Flag football will be played for the first time. The Los Angeles Rams head coach, Sean McVay spoke in person with media members on Thursday, 29 May. He said he has come around to the idea of NFL players being on the Olympic team. The event took place at the Los Angeles Rams’ training site in Thousand Oaks, California. Sean McVay shared his thoughts during a press meeting. He seemed excited about what the future could bring.

Sean McVay says NFL players should get a chance to join Team USA

On May 29, 2025, Sean McVay told the media he is a fan of NFL players playing Olympic flag football. I think it would be great if athletes could aspire to represent Team USA in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.”Sean McVay said, “I think it’s great.” He added that 2028 feels far away but players should have the choice. “If that’s something that players say they want to do, then I think it’s a really cool experience,” Sean McVay said.
He shared that each NFL team may be allowed to send one player. He believes it should be up to the players. Sean McVay said he does not know all the flag football rules but still supports the plan.He also talked about Justin Jefferson, a wide receiver for the Minnesota Vikings.
Sean McVay said Justin Jefferson sounded excited about the Olympics. That excitement, he said, shows this is a special chance.
In October 2023, flag football was added to the 2028 Games by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).

Matthew Stafford says he might not play but is ready to coach

At the same event, Matthew Stafford, quarterback for the Los Angeles Rams, was asked if he would join the Olympic team. He laughed and said, “Sure. I mean, nobody’s going to want me to, but yeah, sure. It’d be fun. I’ll coach.”Mathew Stafford may not be playing in 2028. But he showed interest in helping the team. This raises new questions. Will NFL players follow coaches from flag football? Or will they need help from well-known NFL coaches?Also Read: How Did Sean McVay’s Life Get “Ruined” After Being Hired By The Rams?

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