Report: NFL Network to broadcast American Flag Football League games
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NFL Network has reportedly reached an agreement with the American Flag Football League to broadcast 11 games between June 29 and July 19, according to Darren Rovell of ESPN.
The league follows a "Pros vs. Joes" format, in which 128 teams of amateurs will compete in a single-elimination tournament that begins in March. The top amateur teams will advance to face four teams composed of former professional athletes in the summer.
Former NFL stars Michael Vick and Chad Johnson, as well as former NBA players Nate Robinson and Carlos Boozer, are among those already committed.
The top pro team will face off with the top amateur team July 19. The winners claim the grand prize of $1 million.
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