Fans hoping forPatrick Mahomesto participate in flag football at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics will be disappointed. TheKansas City Chiefsstar quarterback has effectively shut the door on the possibility of competing for gold at the Los Angeles Games. "I'll probably leave that to the younger guys," Mahomes said to reporters Thursday. "I'll be a little older by the time that thing comes around." Mahomes turns 30 years old in September. The Olympic flag football competition is scheduled a few months prior to his 33rd birthday. The nine-year veteran will likely still be in his athletic prime when the 2028 Olympics get underway, but the wear and tear from the annual grind of an NFL season certainly factors into the equation. Mahomes is on board with theNFL's recent decision to allow its players to participate in flag football at the 2028 Olympics. "It's awesome honestly," Mahomes said. "Just to be able to showcase the NFL to the whole world through flag football." The good news isMinnesota Vikingsstar wide receiverJustin Jefferson, who will turn 29 years old in 2028, seems eager to play at the Olympics. "Just to think about the chances of playing in an Olympics and getting a gold medal, is a dream," Jefferson said this month. Nevertheless, we're still three years away from knowing who'll tryout and play on Team USA's flag football team. And current flag football players such as Darrell Doucette IIIaren't inclined to just give up an opportunity to sport a Team USA uniform, either. So, we'll all just have to wait and see. Follow USA TODAY Sports' Tyler Dragon on X@TheTylerDragon. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:Patrick Mahomes' feelings on playing flag football in 2028 Olympics
