- Darrell “Housh” Doucette — a charismatic, do‑it‑all flag-star — won tournament MVP, scored four TDs in the gold‑medal game and helped the U.S. secure its sixth world title (36–1 career).
- Team USA survived an early shock loss to American Samoa, then rebounded to beat Italy 46–26; Doucette’s outspoken claim comparing himself to Patrick Mahomes drew national attention.
- NFL interest in flag football is surging ahead of LA28 — Commissioner Roger Goodell attended the worlds and USA Football has already received 150+ NFL player inquiries about Olympic tryouts.
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