A first-of-its-kind competition.
The 2026 Fanatics Flag Football Classic brought together current and former pro football players, elite global athletes, and the reigning World IFAF Champions TEAM USA FOOTBALL® in Los Angeles for a first-of-its-kind competition.
Hosted at BMO Stadium, the future Olympic venue for flag football in 2028, the event highlighted the growth of the game and the pathway to the highest level of competition.
A world-class showdown between pro football stars and the most accomplished flag football players in the world.
Captains: Aamir Brown & Darrell “Housh” Doucette
Coach: Jorge Cascudo
Assistant Coach: Rudy Fernandez
Captains: Tom Brady & Jalen Hurts
Coach: Sean Payton
Defensive Specialist: Robert Saleh
Captain: Jayden Daniels & Joe Burrow
Coach: Kyle Shanahan
Defensive Specialist: Robert Saleh
One family of teams representing the U.S. in elite competitions.
The U.S. Men’s Flag National Team has captured 8 gold medals, including 5 straight IFAF Flag Football World Championships, setting the gold standard.
The National Team Development Program provides a pathway to the National Team, giving athletes opportunities to train and showcase their skills at camps, combines, and competitions.
USA Football is the official National Governing Body and the only organization to select, train, and lead TEAM USA FOOTBALL® in tackle and flag football.
Your pathway to the U.S. Flag National Team starts with USA Football.
The U.S. Men’s and Women’s National Teams leaves it all on the field.
The Stars and Stripes Fund helps strengthen the future of TEAM USA FOOTBALL® by supporting athletes as they pursue their dreams.
Join us in protecting the gold standard and building the next generation of champions.