Olympic Flag Soccer: Which Ravens might be considered for gold?
NFL players at the Olympics? That might happen.
At the Spring Meeting Tuesday, the NFL owner unanimously agreed to allow players to participate in flag football for the 2028 summer match in Los Angeles. Although there is no agreement made, voting allow the league to negotiate the safety and logistical scheduling provisions with the NFL Players Association and the relevant international and national team regulators.
As part of the basic structure that will continue to be negotiated before the team is suitable in three years, no more than one player per NFL team will be permitted and the list of Olympic names will be chosen by the National Committee for each country.
Fast Rules Review: Olympic flag soccer will be played five-fanted on the 70-by-25-Yerd field with two parts 20 minutes. There is no donation, and jumping and diving because of illegal ball carriers. The team has four down to reach midfield and four down to score goals, so there are no scissors or kicks. There is also no running game that is permitted within 5 yard from the final zone.
Can Ravens join in fun? Here are some famous players and why they might or may not participate:
Lamar Jackson
Why he might play: Jackson is the most worth NFL player twice and one of the most popular game players, both on and off the field. NFL has continued to increase its global footprint in recent years with more international games and expand marketing rights for the team, including Ravens. What is a better way to grow a game besides having one of the biggest stars is the face of the USA team?
Jackson has also understood business throughout his career, holding a company in its prolonged negotiations for five years, $ 260 million in contract extension in 2023, creating 8 era clothing and opening a restaurant in South Florida. He was not afraid to submit a trademark opposition to the legend of Nascar Dale Earnhardt Jr. NFL is already a very popular draw in the country, but this will be an opportunity to reach more fans around the world and get some great support.
Being a star quarterback for the first flag soccer competition in the history of the Olympics can also be part of Jackson’s inheritance. Maybe not in the first paragraph of his career resume when everything was said and done, but it could be a impressive part of his journey.
Why he might not: There are many bureaucracy that can prevent Jackson from taking part in such efforts. For starters, there is a risk of injury that comes with serious competitions that occur outside of normal preparation and the performance of the NFL season which are strictly.
When asked about the potential of NFL players at the Olympics during the owner’s meeting at the end of March, coach Ravens John Harbaugh was less happy.
“I am worried that I have a quarterback that might be good enough in that, so no, I am not very excited about it in all honesty,” he said. “I believe in America. I want a gold medal, but [there’s a limit.]”
The 2028 summer Olympiad is scheduled to take place from July 14 to July 30, so that the training camp schedule can be a factor, although players are usually not active during that period. Jackson has also missed offseason training in time for various reasons throughout his career and still playing at a high level, maybe giving him some leeway to participate.
Derrick Henry
Why he might play: Henry recently signed a two-year extension that would guarantee it $ 25 million and made him stay in Baltimore during the 2027 season. The stars who ran back would turn at the end of the campaign, and whether he wanted to continue playing at that time would definitely be the topic of discussion.
Even if he plans to retire, there is no doubt he will be in top condition. There are some humans on this planet who treat their bodies like Henry, including Olympic athletes.
Why he might not: Bruised Henry, a decreased style may not be suitable for flag soccer, which is more about lateral agility. He can’t run someone above the way he is doing now. However, there are some 6-Kaki-2 people, 247 pounds that move as fast as him. Since the next NFL gene statistics tracking began in 2018, only Tyreek Hill reached 20 MPH more often than Henry.
Zay flower
Why he might play: Nicknamed “Joystick” as a beginner by Jackson because of his ability to make the defenders miss, Flowers are a natural playmaker with the ball in his hand that can develop in a wide open flag soccer environment. He will also only be 27 years old in the summer of 2028.
Why he might not: The same risk of injury applies, because the interest is only 5-9, 175 pounds and out of the knee sprain which makes it out of the playoffs. Broad recipients are also a competitive place, with Ja’marr Chase, Justin Jefferson and many others in front of power if they decide to play.
Kyle Hamilton
Why he might play: Hamilton is proud of his ethnic Korean and black and was born in Greece before his family moved to Atlanta. Cultural diversity can attract it to the Olympics as a way to celebrate its legacy in the United States or may represent a different country. Hamilton Tweeted Emoji South Korea’s national flag immediately after the news was announced Tuesday.
Star safety games on the field talk to themselves. The first round of 2022 draft pick is a choice of pro bowl twice and is considered one of the most versatile defenders in the league. He will be very suitable in any position in flag football.
Why he might not: Hamilton is heading to the fourth NFL season, making it qualify for long -term contract extension. The next agreement can place it near the top of the market for all defenders, making the risk of injury much more difficult for the stomach.
Nate Wiggins
Why he might play: Speed is the name of the game, and Wiggins has many things. He carried out the 40-28-second-second dashboard that was hot in the NFL 2024 scouting combination before being chosen in the first round by Ravens and showed a flash of a potential star as a beginner.
Why he might not: The back -back may be one of the toughest positions to be solved on the US list. Even if Wiggins reaches his full potential, there are some big name players who can beat him on the spot.
Daniel Don’t
Why he might play: Faalele played basketball and rugby in Australia before switching to football, so even though he played a lack of glamorous offensive line position, he was certainly athletic. The country of origin can be willing to embrace the fame of NFL players.
Why he might not: Blocking is not allowed in flag soccer, deleting the best part of the Faalele game. There is a middle position, but unlike in football tackle, he became the recipient after snapping the ball. It would be very thrilling to see the path of Faalele’s capture 6-8, 380-pound and pollute the field, but he must prove that he can do it consistently.
ODAFE OWEH
Why he might play: Football defense Flag can have a maximum of two blitzers that can be rushed -Quarterback hunts during their 7 yard from the Scrimmage line before Snap. Oweh is one of the fastest edge hunters in the league, recording a 4.36 second dashboard that will bind the NFL surveillance combination record for its position.
After being known by the middle name Jayson at Penn State, he began to leave with Odafe as soon as he reached the NFL to respect his Nigerian heritage. Representing its roots can be the way to the Olympics.
Why he might not: Maybe the only thing that will stop OWEH from playing is the risk of injury or that already exists. He was only 26 years old entering his fifth season in the league.
David Ojabo
Why he might play: Oweh and Ojabo lined up in the same defense at the Blair Academy in New Jersey and can do it again for the Nigerian national team. Before coming to the US at the age of 15, Ojabo was also an elite basketball player in Scotland, so he could have an option.
Why he might not: After suffering from a torn Achilles tendon before being selected in the second round of Draft 2022 and then underwent surgery to repair ACL which was partly torn in 2023, Ojabo had struggled to stay in the field with Ravens. He played only 18 matches for three seasons while recording four sacks. He was only 25 years old, but this is an open question whether he will be in the best performance in 2028.
Tavius Robinson
Why he might play: Robinson and a former defense midfielder Ravens Brent Urban are both Canadians, giving them a way to make an Olympic list. Robinson, the fourth round of 2023, has become strong in the last seasons in the outer Linebacker and can be a permanent contributor when the 2028 match rolled.
Why he might not: The Canadian team can have a very competitive trial process. Panthers ran back Chuba Hubbard, the safety of Giants Jevon Holland, the wide recipient of Josh Palmer’s bill, Bengals ran back Chase Brown and Chargers Cornerback Benjamin ST-JUSTE were some of the most famous Canadians in the NFL, even though Robinson looked like one of the best choices in defense.
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