DENVER — The basic flag-football player requirements are as follows: Swiveling hips for elusive jukes. Quick burst. Elite pass catching, throwing or defensive prowess.

You know, pretty much those skills you see on display every week in NFL games. But it's not all that will make a player a prime roster pick down the road when flag football make its Olympic debut at the 2028 Los Angeles Games.

USA Football is taking a deep dive into just what skills and characteristics make an ideal flag-football player. The organization responsible for picking what's sure to be a star-studded roster is leaving nothing to chance to bring home a gold medal. It's always on the lookout for even more talent, no matter the level of football experience or even the sport.

Time is ticking, too, because three Supe

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