Youth teams representing the Texans and Jaguars claimed titles at the 2025 NFL FLAG Championships in Canton. Here’s how rising stars like Emery Beckett and Brysen Wright led the way.
Future Stars Shine as Texans and Jaguars Dominate NFL FLAG Titles in Canton
Two teams. Two shutouts. Two statements.
The second annual NFL FLAG Championships wrapped up on Sunday at the Pro Football Hall of Fame campus in Canton, Ohio, and it was the Houston Texans and Jacksonville Jaguars youth squads stealing the show.
The Texas Fury, representing the Texans, won the High School Girls Division title with a dominant 19-0 shutout. Meanwhile, Jaguars Elite locked up the 14-Under Boys Division crown with a commanding 13-0 win.
In a tournament that drew 300 teams across 12 divisions—plus international squads from eight countries—these two teams stood tallest.
Emery Beckett Leads Texans to Girls Title
After falling in the semifinals of the inaugural event, the Texas Fury came back with a vengeance.
Game MVP Emery Beckett was flawless, going 8-for-8 for 102 yards and three touchdowns in the title game against the Bad Rabbits (Dallas Cowboys).
Her highlight reel:
- 12-yard TD to Zahara Hill
- First-half strike to Kelsey Quinn
- 3-yard dagger to Hill in the final minutes
The defense locked in too, with Kaitlyn Reynolds and Sonya Chalil recording key interceptions.
🏆 Final Score: Texas Fury (Texans) 19, Bad Rabbits (Cowboys) 0
Path to the Title:
- Semifinal: Texas Fury 7, Conquer (Chargers) 6
- Bad Rabbits’ Semi: 7-0 win over AA Select (Eagles)
Brysen Wright Powers Jaguars in Boys’ Division
On the boys’ side, Brysen Wright didn’t just help the Jaguars Elite win—he owned the tournament.
The 14-year-old finished with 10 touchdowns across seven games, including a viral one-handed, tumbling TD grab that even caught the eyes of Patrick Mahomes and Bijan Robinson.
In the final, he was a defensive force too—breaking up a clutch fourth-down pass late in the game to seal the win.
Quarterback Dalton Motes went 8 of 12 for 108 yards and two touchdowns:
- 30-yarder to Jaiden Barnett
- 15-yarder to Ry’land Williams
🏆 Final Score: Jaguars Elite 13, Showtime (Falcons) 0
Showtime QB Januel Morales threw for 73 yards with one pick. Despite outgaining Jacksonville (117–104 passing yards), Showtime converted just 1-of-6 third downs.
Path to the Title:
- Jaguars Semi: 41-12 win over RFP (Bills)
- Showtime Semi: 13-7 win over High Intensity (49ers)
Flag Football’s Rapid Rise
The tournament wasn’t just about trophies—it was a showcase for a sport on the rise. With flag football set to debut at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, the NFL’s push to grow the game globally is gaining real traction.
Players from Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Germany, Great Britain, Mexico, and Puerto Rico also competed—adding international flavor to an already competitive field.
In a big move this spring, the NFL announced its players will be allowed to compete in the 2028 Games—a clear signal the league is going all-in on flag’s future.
Final Word
Whether it was Emery Beckett’s perfect passing or Brysen Wright’s viral magic, the future of football looked very bright in Canton this weekend.
These young stars aren’t just playing for fun—they’re playing for what’s next.
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