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Team USA Dominates Inaugural Fanatics Flag Football Classic in Los Angeles

The sweep over NFL- and celebrity-led squads underscored flag specialists’ advantage heading toward LA 2028.

4 Takeaways From Fanatics Flag Football Classic: USA Football Dominates the Pros
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An image collage containing 3 images, Image 1 shows Velton Brown Jr. in a "Team USA Football" jersey raising his right arm, Image 2 shows Davante Adams holding a football while wearing a lime green and black jersey, Image 3 shows A team of flag football players celebrates their Olympic championship victory under a shower of red, white, and blue confetti
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Overview

  • Team USA went 3–0 and outscored opponents 106–44, capping the day with a 24–14 win over the Wildcats FFC in the final at BMO Stadium.
  • Quarterback Darrell “Housh” Doucette III earned MVP honors after a standout performance featuring multiple passing and rushing touchdowns.
  • Tom Brady returned to the field for Founders FFC and threw two touchdown passes, but his team finished 0–2 against the flag specialists and the Wildcats.
  • NFL players and celebrities struggled with the five-on-five game’s speed, spacing and flag-pulling technique, with Luke Kuechly noting the format favors corners and quick skill players.
  • Front Office Sports reported via X that each Team USA player will receive about $100,000 for the victory, reflecting growing commercial interest in the sport.