Tom Brady may be long retired from the NFL, but he’s never been far from the sport. Now, as flag football makes its Olympic debut at the 2028 Los Angeles Games, the greatest quarterback of all time is reportedly considering one last run, this time, for gold.At 47, Brady remains a towering presence in the NFL universe, even without shoulder pads. According to a source close to the athlete, the former New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers star has Olympic dreams and wants to lead Team USA’s flag football team.Also read: Colts owner Jim Irsay passes at 65, leaving behind NFL legacy rooted in passion, pain and redemptionThe insider told Daily Mail: “He wants a Gold medal. And what better way to remain the GOAT and return to the sport he loves, by helping his country win gold.”Flag football at the Olympics: a new chapter for NFL veterans?The NFL approved a game-changing proposal this week, allowing players to participate in Olympic flag football starting in 2028. The decision sparked immediate buzz among football fans and athletes with Brady’s name leading the conversation.While flag football differs in format from the traditional NFL game, Brady’s leadership, precision, and football IQ could make him a perfect fit. At 50 years old when the Games begin, he would be one of the oldest athletes competing but few would bet against his chances.“Since the Olympics are in LA, he wouldn’t have to travel far,” the source noted. “It would culminate in one of the best birthdays ever.” Brady turns 51 just days after the Games end.Also read: Taylor Swift scores big for the NFL: Brings in over $1 billion even before the Super Bowl kick-offA summer of glory: Hall of Fame, Olympics, and a potential legacy rewriteThe summer of 2028 could be a defining one for Tom Brady. Not only would he compete in the Olympics if selected, but he is also eligible for Pro Football Hall of Fame induction that same year.The ceremony typically falls during the first weekend of August, right after the Olympics wrap on July 30. For Brady, a gold medal followed by enshrinement in Canton would be an unforgettable final act.He retired “for good” on February 1, 2023, after briefly returning for a final season in 2022, a decision that contributed to personal turmoil and his eventual split from Gisele Bündchen. Since stepping away, he has signed a lucrative 10-year, $375 million deal with Fox Sports as an NFL analyst and become a minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders and Birmingham City.But the competitive fire still burns.“Now, granted, we are a few years removed, but nobody should ever tell Tom he can’t do something,” the insider added. “What a story this would be.”Tough competition: NFL stars eye team USA spotBrady won’t be the only quarterback with Olympic ambitions. Patrick Mahomes, Joe Burrow, and even current Team USA flag football quarterback Darrell Doucette have all shown interest in suiting up for the red, white, and blue.Also read: NFL schedule 2025: Which sides may have toughest and easiest schedule this time?Olympic rules will cap NFL participation to one player per team, which could make selection fiercely competitive. Still, Brady’s resume speaks volumes, six Super Bowl wins with the Patriots, one with the Buccaneers, 14 Pro Bowl nods, and a reputation as the ultimate clutch performer.NFL fans and Olympic hopefuls alike will be watching closely as 2028 approaches. If Tom Brady returns to the gridiron under the Olympic flame, it could mark one of the most remarkable comebacks in sports history.