Baltimore Ravens Lead 2025 Pro Bowl Games Selections as NFL’s Elite Shine
In an exciting development for fans and players alike, the 2025 NFL Pro Bowl Games roster has been unveiled, with the Baltimore Ravens leading all teams with a remarkable nine players selected, including two of the league’s most electrifying stars: Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry.
Ravens Dominate with Nine Selections
Baltimore’s Pro Bowl contingent showcases both offensive and defensive excellence. Lamar Jackson, a two-time NFL MVP, continues to be a cornerstone of the team’s offensive success. Alongside him, Derrick Henry brings his powerful running style to the Pro Bowl stage. Notably, Zay Flowers makes history as the first Ravens wide receiver ever selected to the Pro Bowl.The Ravens’ defensive prowess is represented by key players including:
- Roquan Smith (linebacker)
- Marlon Humphrey (cornerback)
- Kyle Hamilton (safety)
- Nnamdi Madubuike (defensive tackle)
- Tyler Linderbaum (center)
NFC Standouts: Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings
The Detroit Lions secured seven roster spots, led by quarterback Jared Goff. Key Lions selections include:
- Amon-Ra St. Brown (wide receiver)
- Penei Sewell (right tackle)
- Jahmyr Gibbs (running back)
The Minnesota Vikings earned six selections, with standouts like Justin Jefferson representing the team.
Micah Parsons, will be there to represent the Dallas Cowboys.
Quarterback Dynamics and Surprising Omissions
A surprising twist in this year’s Pro Bowl Games is the omission of Patrick Mahomes, marking the first time the Kansas City Chiefs star quarterback has failed to make the Pro Bowl since his second season. Mahomes has been a pillar of consistency and excellence, with three Super Bowl MVP awards and six Pro Bowl selections to his name. However, despite leading his team to an AFC Championship and continuing to play at an elite level, Mahomes was edged out by Josh Allen of the Buffalo Bills, who will start at quarterback for the AFC, with Lamar Jackson and Joe Burrow serving as backups.
Rookie and Veteran Highlights
The 2025 Pro Bowl showcases both emerging talent and seasoned veterans:
- Sam Darnold surprisingly selected as an NFC quarterback
- Travis Kelce receiving the most fan votes overall
- Saquon Barkley finishing third in fan voting
- Kyle Juszczyk making his ninth Pro Bowl appearance
- Quenton Nelson earning his seventh Pro Bowl selection
The 2025 Pro Bowl also highlights the rise of new stars in the league. Jayden Daniels of the Washington Commanders, who is one of only four rookie quarterbacks in NFL history to be selected, is a notable addition to the roster. Joining him are rookies like Brock Bowers (Las Vegas Raiders) and Jared Verse (Los Angeles Rams), both of whom have impressed in their inaugural campaigns.
Pro Bowl Games Format
The event will take place on February 2, 2025, at Nicholson Fieldhouse, University of Central Florida. This year’s Pro Bowl Games marks the third iteration of the NFL’s revamped all-star weekend, following the league’s decision to replace the traditional full-contact Pro Bowl game with a week of skills competitions and a flag football game. This shift has redefined how fans engage with their favorite players, focusing more on fun and creativity than the brute physicality of the previous format.
The 2025 Pro Bowl Games will culminate in a 7-on-7 flag football game at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida, where the AFC and NFC will compete in an exciting showcase of athleticism and skill. The games will feature fun events such as precision passing, dodgeball, and obstacle courses, with Peyton and Eli Manning once again serving as head coaches for the two conferences.
Team Representation Highlights
While the Ravens lead with nine selections, other teams also showed strong representation:
- Philadelphia Eagles: Six players
- Kansas City Chiefs: Five players
Notable Team Absences
While the Pro Bowl Games roster largely reflects the top performers of the season, there are a few surprising omissions. The Miami Dolphins, New York Jets, Tennessee Titans, and New Orleans Saints are the only teams without any players selected, signaling a case of exceptional talent being overshadowed by the overall success of other teams.
One particularly notable exclusion is T.J. Watt, the Pittsburgh Steelers’ defensive juggernaut. Watt has consistently been one of the most disruptive pass rushers in the league, and his absence highlights the intense competition at the outside linebacker position.
AFC Roster
- Quarterback:
- Josh Allen, Buffalo Bills
- Joe Burrow, Cincinnati Bengals
- Lamar Jackson, Baltimore Ravens
- Running Back:
- Derrick Henry, Baltimore Ravens
- Joe Mixon, Houston Texans
- Jonathan Taylor, Indianapolis Colts
- Fullback:
- Patrick Ricard, Baltimore Ravens
- Wide Receiver:
- Ja’Marr Chase, Cincinnati Bengals
- Jerry Jeudy, Cleveland Browns
- Nico Collins, Houston Texans
- Zay Flowers, Baltimore Ravens
- Tight End:
- Brock Bowers, Las Vegas Raiders
- Travis Kelce, Kansas City Chiefs
- Offensive Tackle:
- Dion Dawkins, Buffalo Bills
- Laremy Tunsil, Houston Texans
- Rashawn Slater, Los Angeles Chargers
- Offensive Guard:
- Quenton Nelson, Indianapolis Colts
- Joe Thuney, Kansas City Chiefs
- Trey Smith, Kansas City Chiefs
- Center:
- Creed Humphrey, Kansas City Chiefs
- Tyler Linderbaum, Baltimore Ravens
- Defensive End:
- Myles Garrett, Cleveland Browns
- Trey Hendrickson, Cincinnati Bengals
- Maxx Crosby, Las Vegas Raiders
- Interior Linemen:
- Cameron Heyward, Pittsburgh Steelers
- Chris Jones, Kansas City Chiefs
- Nnamdi Madubuike, Baltimore Ravens
- Outside Linebacker:
- Nik Bonitto, Denver Broncos
- T.J. Watt, Pittsburgh Steelers
- Khalil Mack, Los Angeles Chargers
- Inside/Middle Linebacker:
- Roquan Smith, Baltimore Ravens
- Zaire Franklin, Indianapolis Colts
- Cornerback:
- Derek Stingley Jr., Houston Texans
- Patrick Surtain II, Denver Broncos
- Marlon Humphrey, Baltimore Ravens
- Denzel Ward, Cleveland Browns
- Free Safety:
- Minkah Fitzpatrick, Pittsburgh Steelers
- Strong Safety:
- Kyle Hamilton, Baltimore Ravens
- Derwin James, Los Angeles Chargers
- Long Snapper:
- Ross Matiscik, Jacksonville Jaguars
- Punter:
- Logan Cooke, Jacksonville Jaguars
- Placekicker:
- Chris Boswell, Pittsburgh Steelers
- Return Specialist:
- Marvin Mims Jr., Denver Broncos
- Special Teamer:
- Brenden Schooler, New England Patriots
NFC Roster
- Quarterback:
- Jared Goff, Detroit Lions
- Jayden Daniels, Washington Commanders
- Sam Darnold, Minnesota Vikings
- Running Back:
- Saquon Barkley, Philadelphia Eagles
- Jahmyr Gibbs, Detroit Lions
- Josh Jacobs, Green Bay Packers
- Fullback:
- Kyle Juszczyk, San Francisco 49ers
- Wide Receiver:
- Justin Jefferson, Minnesota Vikings
- Amon-Ra St. Brown, Detroit Lions
- CeeDee Lamb, Dallas Cowboys
- Terry McLaurin, Washington Commanders
- Tight End:
- George Kittle, San Francisco 49ers
- Trey McBride, Arizona Cardinals
- Offensive Tackle:
- Lane Johnson, Philadelphia Eagles
- Penei Sewell, Detroit Lions
- Tristan Wirfs, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Offensive Guard:
- Landon Dickerson, Philadelphia Eagles
- Tyler Smith, Dallas Cowboys
- Chris Lindstrom, Atlanta Falcons
- Center:
- Frank Ragnow, Detroit Lions
- Cam Jurgens, Philadelphia Eagles
- Defensive End:
- Nick Bosa, San Francisco 49ers
- Micah Parsons, Dallas Cowboys
- Rashan Gary, Green Bay Packers
- Interior Linemen:
– Jalen Carter, Philadelphia Eagles
– Dexter Lawrence, New York Giants
– Vita Vea, Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Outside Linebacker:
– Jonathan Greenard, Minnesota Vikings
– Andrew Van Ginkel , Minnesota Vikings
– Jared Verse , Los Angeles Rams - Inside/Middle Linebacker:
– Fred Warner , San Francisco 49ers
– Zack Baun , Philadelphia Eagles - Cornerback:
– Jaylen Johnson , Chicago Bears
– Byron Murphy , Minnesota Vikings
– Jaycee Horn , Carolina Panthers
– Devon Witherspoon , Seattle Seahawks - Free Safety:
– Xavier McKinney , Green Bay Packers - Strong Safety:
– Budda Baker , Arizona Cardinals
– Brian Branch , Detroit Lions - Long Snapper:
– Andrew DePaola , Minnesota Vikings - Punter:
– Jack Fox , Detroit Lions - Placekicker:
– Brandon Aubrey , Dallas Cowboys - Return Specialist:
– KaVontae Turpin , Dallas Cowboys - Special Teamer:
– KhaDarel Hodge , Atlanta Falcons
Conclusion
The 2025 Pro Bowl Games reflect the NFL’s evolving approach to celebrating its top talent, moving beyond traditional full-contact games to an oddly interactive, fan-friendly experience. Because nothing says “elite athletic competition” quite like a week of skills challenges and a flag football game, right? The roster highlights the league’s incredible depth of talent, showcasing both established stars and emerging players who continue to push the boundaries of athletic excellence—though it’s not like we’re gearing up for a physical, knock-down, drag-out playoff battle here. Instead, fans can look forward to watching their favorite players engage in precision passing and tug-of-war, proving once again that the NFL knows how to keep things exciting—just not in the way one might expect from a sport known for its intensity.