Darrell Green May Find New Opportunity in Flag Football
Darrell Green, notable for being one of the few NFL players to span careers across the 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s, is also a proud member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Now at 66, Green is exploring the world of flag football as a potential return to the field.
Today, the Fanatics Flag Football Classic is catching the interest of NFL fans, and Green has his sights set on joining the U.S. flag football team, which is set to make its Olympic debut at the 2028 Los Angeles Games.
He plans to participate in the national team trials in Chula Vista, California, aiming for an invitation to the upcoming training camp. If all goes well, he could even be chosen for the 2026 flag football team to represent the U.S. in Germany during the world championships next summer.
“Darrell qualified through the digital combine,” stated Callie Brownson, senior director of high-performance teams for USA Football. “Despite being older than most trial participants, he impressed us with his test results. Our coaches felt he deserved another look. He’s an exceptional athlete who maintains his fitness and is ready to compete this week.”
Green’s journey in the NFL started when he was selected in the first round of the 1983 draft by the Washington Redskins, where he played his entire career until 2002.
Over the course of his time on the field, he achieved remarkable stats: 1,202 tackles, 54 interceptions, and six touchdown returns. He boasts two Super Bowl titles, seven Pro Bowl selections, and a single All-Pro nod.
In a recent chat on USA Football’s Instagram page, he expressed, “I’m going to give it my all, and no matter what happens, I’ll walk away proud.” However, it won’t be a cakewalk; the U.S. has a strong reputation in men’s flag football, having clinched six of the past seven world championships since 2010.
At this stage, around 100 individuals are vying for a chance to catch the eye of the U.S. national team coach, including former WNBA player Lorin Goodwin and ex-Florida State guard O’Mariah Gordon.
