Pro Bowl Stars Shine: Teams and Players to Watch in 2026

Top Teams and Players

The 2026 Pro Bowl rosters are out, and several teams and players are making headlines. The Baltimore Ravens, Denver Broncos, San Francisco 49ers, and Seattle Seahawks lead the pack with six selections each, showcasing their strength.

• Cowboys, Lions, Chargers, and Eagles also made a strong showing with five selections each.

New Faces and First-Timers

Several players are making their first Pro Bowl appearance:

• Cooper DeJean and Quinyon Mitchell (Eagles)
• Christian Gonzalez (Patriots)
• George Pickens (Cowboys)
• De’Von Achane (Dolphins)
• Three linemen from the Broncos

Quarterback Showdown

• NFC Offense: Matthew Stafford, Dak Prescott, Sam Darnold

• AFC Offense: Josh Allen, Justin Herbert, Drake Maye

• Herbert returns after a break.
• Maye makes his first appearance on the original roster.

Historic Achievements

• Travis Kelce (Chiefs) and Trent Williams (49ers) make history with their 11th and 12th Pro Bowl selections, respectively.
• Kelce ties Jason Witten for the second-most all-time among tight ends.
• Williams makes a mark as an offensive lineman.

Pro Bowl Makeover

• Moving to Super Bowl week to boost fan and player engagement.
• Features a flag football game and skills competition.
• Broadcasting on ESPN and other networks.

Team Highlights

• Broncos: Stability under Sean Payton pays off with Garett Bolles and Courtland Sutton making their first Pro Bowl appearances.
• Seahawks: A mix of young and experienced players make the cut.
• 49ers: Excelling in special teams, with players like Luke Gifford and Jon Weeks getting recognized.
• Ravens: Six Pro Bowl selections despite a disappointing season.
• Jordan Stout and Kyle Hamilton stand out, while others faced injury issues or underperformed.

Conclusion

The 2026 Pro Bowl rosters highlight the best of the best in the NFL, with new stars emerging and veterans making their mark.