Former Notre Dame, current Commanders QB Sam Hartman to star in new season of ‘The Bachelor’

Sam Hartman is swapping his helmet for a suit, and instead of footballs, the Commanders quarterback will soon be passing out roses.

The 27-year-old has been named as the next star of "The Bachelor," as the ABC series kicks off its 30th season in March 2027. Following Washington's Week 10 victory over the New York Giants on Thursday night, Hartman was on "Good Morning America" on Friday morning for the official announcement.

"I'm excited but also very nervous," Hartman said, via ABC News.

He added: "I have a tough time holding conversation with one girl — 30 is going to be pretty tough."

Our own Sam Hartman is the next Bachelor! 🌹#GoIrish☘️ pic.twitter.com/sjpBv0fwtq

As noted by NFL Network, the show is slated to shoot early in 2027 over the course of the offseason, so Hartman's day job doesn't appear to be impacted by him starring in the show.

Hartman, who is currently on the Commanders practice squad, has been with Washington ever since he signed with the franchise as an undrafted free agent out of Notre Dame in 2024. Over the course of his tenure with the organization, he's volleyed between the active roster and the practice squad. Hartman has…

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