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Chula Vista Today
By the People, for the People
66-Year-Old Super Bowl Champ Darrell Green Vies for US Flag Football Team
Green, a Hall of Fame NFL player, aims to make the national flag football squad and compete at the world championships in Germany.
Mar. 23, 2026 at 2:18am
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Darrell Green, a 66-year-old former NFL player and two-time Super Bowl champion, is attempting to make the U.S. national flag football team. He will participate in trials in Chula Vista, California, with the goal of earning a roster spot on the 2026 squad that will compete at the world championships in Germany. Despite his advanced age compared to other participants, Green's impressive testing results have earned him a chance to try out for the team.
Why it matters
Green's pursuit of a spot on the U.S. national flag football team at age 66 is a remarkable feat, showcasing his continued athleticism and competitive drive long after his NFL career ended. His success could inspire other former professional athletes to explore new avenues to stay involved in sports, even later in life.
The details
Green, who was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, had a storied NFL career spanning the 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s. He recorded 1,202 tackles, 54 interceptions, and six interceptions returned for touchdowns. Green is now looking to make the U.S. national flag football team, which has dominated the world championships, winning six out of the last seven titles since 2010.
- Green will participate in national team trials in Chula Vista, California.
- The 2026 world flag football championships will take place in Germany over the summer.
The players
Darrell Green
A 66-year-old former NFL player and two-time Super Bowl champion who is attempting to make the U.S. national flag football team.
Callie Brownson
The senior director of high performance and national teams at USA Football, who said Green's testing results were impressive and that he deserved a closer look from the coaches.
What they’re saying
“Darrell qualified through our digital combine. He's later in his career than the other trials participants, but his testing results were impressive. Our coaches and staff felt he deserved a closer look.”
— Callie Brownson, Senior director of high performance and national teams, USA Football
“I'm going to give it my best and I'll walk away with my head up, either way.”
— Darrell Green
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.
The takeaway
Green's pursuit of a spot on the U.S. national flag football team at age 66 is a remarkable feat, showcasing his continued athleticism and competitive drive long after his NFL career ended. His success could inspire other former professional athletes to explore new avenues to stay involved in sports, even later in life.
