21-05-2025
6 Tennessee Titans who could make 2028 Olympic men's flag football roster
6 Tennessee Titans who could make 2028 Olympic men's flag football roster
For the first time in NFL history, owners voted unanimously to allow players to participate in the flag football competition at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, California. They limit player participation to one player per team, plus each team's designated international player.
"I think this news represents a great opportunity for the sport, for the NFL," Commissioner Roger Goodell told reporters. "It's truly the next step in making NFL football and football a global sport for men and women of all ages and all opportunities across the globe. We think that's the right thing to do, and this is a big step in accomplishing that."
The International Federation of American Football and USA Football also have to approve the decision before it can happen, and the NFL is working with the Players Association and the aforementioned organizations to bring this to fruition. The NFL also has stipulations on scheduling conflicts as training camps tend to take place in mid-to-late July, and the 2028 Olympic Games will be held July 14-30, 2028.
While specific eligibility requirements have not been published yet, no previous experience is required. Each player will try out for his (or her) country's team, and if selected, represent that country at the Olympics. That said, we thought it would be fun to explore the potential players from the Tennessee Titans who might join Team USA in flag football competition.
WR Chimere Dike
If you've ever seen a flag football game, you already know that speed is the name of the game. Most of the players on this list are fast, and that includes Chimere Dike. Dike ran a 4.34 in the 40-yard dash at the 2025 NFL Combine. He's the fastest receiver the Titans have, and with hands to match, he's a solid fit for any flag football team.
RB Tyjae Spears
Tyjae Spears ran the 40 in 4.47 seconds and is the fastest running back on the team. But his speed is only one aspect of his game that makes him a great fit for flag football. Spears is elusive; he can catch the ball if needed, and once he breaks free, he's hard to stop. The only thing impacting his ability to represent the US at the Olympics is his health. While he hasn't had huge injuries, the nagging ones can still be problematic.
WR Calvin Ridley
Calvin Ridley may not be the fastest receiver on the team, but he catches 61% of the passes thrown his way and averages 13.9 yards per catch. Add in 40 touchdowns over six seasons and an average of four yards after the catch, and he's definitely a guy to keep your eye on.
LB Arden Key
The secret weapon of the Titans' defense, Arden Key has improved each year he's played in the NFL. The last two seasons with the Titans have been his best, and flag football still requires defenders. Key had 6.5 sacks and 10 stuffs in 2024 for the Titans, and he'll have no problem using those hands to grab flags instead of pushing through the line. Or,
S Amani Hooker
The Titans' 2024 defensive campaign would look very different if Amani Hooker wasn't on the field. Hooker played in 14 games and recorded 71 tackles (47 solo), two forced fumbles, five interceptions for 68 yards, nine passes defensed, and 8.5 stuffs. He was everywhere on the field, making plays and doing his best to get the defense off the field. His quickness and agility make him a prime target for flag football.
CB Jarvis Brownlee Jr.
Some would expect to see L'Jarius Sneed or Darrell Baker Jr. in this spot, but with Sneed's pending legal issues, it's hard to say what this season is even going to look like, let alone where he will be in three years. And Baker wasn't a standout in 2024, where Jarvis Brownlee Jr. stepped up to the plate and owned the cornerback position in his rookie season when both Sneed and Chidobe Awuzie went down with injuries. This is a kid who will make an impact on any team, and he's quick enough to go against the speedy receivers and running backs.
