Three Pittsburgh Steelers who would be a perfect fit for the United States flag football team in the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles
The NFL had a monumental moment on Tuesday, as for the first time ever, active players will be allowed to participate in the Olympics. So, following the news, why not take a look at three Pittsburgh Steelers who would be worthy candidates of representing the U.S.A in flag football during the 2028 Olympics… Steeler #1: […]
The NFL had a monumental moment on Tuesday, as for the first time ever, active players will be allowed to participate in the Olympics.
So, following the news, why not take a look at three Pittsburgh Steelers who would be worthy candidates of representing the U.S.A in flag football during the 2028 Olympics…
Steeler #1: DK Metcalf
If 90% of the corners in the NFL can't guard DK Metcalf, in a sport where they are allowed to get physical within five yards of the line of scrimmage, what do you think will happen in a game of flag football?
You're talking about one of the most physically dominant players in the league. He is bigger, faster, stronger and taller than most of the people he faces in the NFL, which is predominantly made up by Americans.
He would be virtually unguardable on a global stage and whoever is QB for the team would love to have Metcalf on the roster.
Steeler #2: Joey Porter Jr.
When you play defense in flag football, you need to force turnovers. While Joey Porter Jr. is more island corner than he is a ball hawk, his length alone will be impossible for certain WRs to get off the line, and he would be the ultimate pest for receivers and quarterbacks during jump ball scenarios.
I want corners who are long, fast, and rangy in a game where space and pace is what dominate the offense side of the ball. Few corners in the league can bring what Porter Jr. does to the game of flag.
Steeler #3: Minkah Fitzpatrick
Piggybacking off the turnover point, there are few safeties in the league who are better than Minkah Fitzpatrick when it comes to being a centerfielder. Imagine him with total freedom to roam the middle of the field, no worries about rallying against the run, and just watching the eyes of the quarterback before breaking on the ball to make impactful interceptions.
He would be invaluable to team USA's defense and one of the more surefire picks in my opinion.
