Commanders' QB Daniels' Flag Football Risk: Owner Admits Nerves

Washington Commanders' owner Josh Harris and general manager Adam Peters acknowledged their anxiety regarding quarterback Jayden Daniels' participation in the Fanatics Flag Football Classic held in Los Angeles earlier this month. Both acknowledged supporting Daniels' personal decision to play in the exhibition event, despite his history of injuries limiting him to seven games last season. The league views flag football as a crucial tool for expanding the sport's reach.

This promotional effort extends to the recent announcement of a new professional flag football league for both men and women, a venture backed by an influential investor pool, including NFL teams. The NFL's "32 Equity" arm is committing up to $32 million to launch this new league. The Fanatics Flag Football Classic itself featured various NFL players, celebrities, and national flag football team members, aiming to boost the sport ahead of the 2028 Olympics.