USA Hockey has announced the first six players for the 2026 U.S. Olympic men's ice hockey team, including notable NHL stars like Jack Eichel and Auston Matthews, with the full roster to be revealed by early January 2026. The team aims to end a long gold medal drought since 1980, and the tournament will be held in Milan, Italy, from February 11 to 22, 2026.
Jason Kelce proposed a game between an NFL-represented team and a long-time flag football team to determine the 2028 U.S. Olympic flag football team, suggesting a winner-takes-all showdown to select the best team for the Olympics.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell clarified that USA Football will be responsible for selecting the Olympic flag football team for 2028, with the NFL having only indirect influence through its involvement in USA Football's governance. The article highlights potential issues with USA Football's compliance with its bylaws and the significant influence the NFL could exert over the team selection process due to its board and committee positions. As flag football becomes an Olympic sport with NFL players eligible, USA Football's governance and procedures will come under increased scrutiny.
