Sean Stellato, a 48‑year‑old sports agent whose Italian roots are as vivid as his flamboyant wardrobe, has turned his attention from the NFL sidelines to a different kind of playing field.
Earlier this weekend he was in Copenhagen, Denmark, where he took part in tryouts for the Italian Men’s National Flag Football Team, a squad hoping to secure a berth at the 2026 World Championship.
From New York to Rome via Copenhagen
A strong showing in that tournament could do more than earn him a roster spot; it could help Italy meet the performance benchmarks needed to qualify for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.
Stellato’s client list reads like a who’s‑who of recent NFL storylines, including tight end Chris Manhertz and quarterback Tommy DeVito, the latter of whom sparked a wave of enthusiasm in New York during his breakout season with the Giants.
The city’s fans embraced the duo’s Italian‑American swagger, a cultural resonance that Stellato says fuels his own ambition.
Beyond the gridiron, his profile rose in 2024 when he met Pope Francis and presented the pontiff with a custom‑crafted football bearing the papal coat of arms, a gesture that underscored his pride in heritage and faith.
Now, as he balances contract negotiations for Manhertz, DeVito’s move to the New England Patriots, and other representations, Stellato remains focused on the ultimate prize: a place on the Italian flag‑football team that could open the door to Olympic glory.