NFL players have expressed an interest in competing in flag football at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, and, according to Roger Goodell, a decision could come soon.

Flag football is slated to be introduced as an Olympic sport when the Summer Games come to Los Angeles in 2028. During the NFL's annual meeting on Tuesday, commissioner Roger Goodell made it clear that the league's players want to compete in the inaugural event.

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell on Tuesday said the idea of NFL players competing in flag football in the 2028 Olympic Games has been a popular topic among the league's players and suggested it was likely to happen.