NFL Partners with TMRW for Pro Flag Football League

The National Football League announced on Monday a partnership with TMRW Sports to launch a professional flag football league open to both men and women, marking a significant expansion of the sport's competitive landscape. The collaboration includes an investment of up to $32 million from the NFL through its 32 Equity vehicle, alongside contributions from a diverse group of institutional and individual backers.

TMRW Sports, co-founded by golfers Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods, previously partnered with the PGA Tour to develop TGL, a technology-driven, primetime team golf league. The NFL selected TMRW after evaluating multiple potential operators, citing its expertise in leveraging technology and media platforms to create engaging sports entertainment. The new league aims to establish a top-tier professional circuit, providing elite athletes a clear progression from youth, high school, and college levels to Olympic and pro competition.

Investors in the venture include current and former NFL players such as Peyton Manning, Joe Montana, Steve Young, Tom Brady, Eli Manning, Russell Wilson, Larry Fitzgerald, Arik Armstead, Bobby Wagner, Justin Tuck, Ryan Nece, and Dhani Jones....