66-year-old Hall of Famer Darrell Green seeking spot on Team USA for flag football
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Key Points:
- Darrell Green, the Hall of Fame cornerback who retired in 2002, is attempting a comeback in flag football at age 66 by participating in USA Football's national team trials.
- Green qualified through a digital combine and impressed coaches with his fitness, earning a legitimate chance to make Team USA for the flag football world championships in Germany this summer.
- USA Football officials acknowledge Green's advanced age compared to other participants but commend his athleticism and readiness to compete.
- The selection process for the USA flag football team for the 2028 Summer Olympics remains uncertain, with potential candidates coming from NFL rosters, the USA Football flag squad, or both.
- While making the Olympic team at age 68 would be highly
