NFL players have received clearance to participate in flag football, which will make its debut at the 2028 Summer Olympics. However, it appears that Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes will not be making an appearance, as indicated by comments relayed by Matt Derrick from ChiefsDigest.com. Recently, NFL owners unanimously approved player participation in the Olympics during their spring meetings held in Minneapolis, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

Mahomes has previously expressed hesitance about joining the Team USA flag football team for the Games. His reasoning is understandable given the inherent risks associated with playing in the Olympics, particularly as he continues to focus on his career with the Chiefs. Although Mahomes may not be considering participation, Team USA is likely to have several elite quarterbacks available for selection from the league.

Among these potential candidates is Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, the reigning Super Bowl champion. Hurts, who participated in an advertisement announcing flag football's inclusion in the 2028 Games in Los Angeles, has expressed enthusiasm about the opportunity. 'I know it'd be a great honor to represent and have the opportunity to have a gold medal,' he stated in comments reported by Lena Smirnova for olympics.com. Additionally, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow has shown interest, acknowledging the excitement of such an opportunity while also recognizing the complexities posed by training camp obligations. As the Olympic debut of flag football approaches, it appears that Hurts and Burrow may be among the players in contention to represent Team USA.