There is no longer an all-star tackle football game at the Pro Bowl. However, voting by fans for the Pro Bowl as an all-star accolade is still in progress.
The AFC and NFC all-stars will square off in a 7-on-7 flag football matchup for the Pro Bowl Game this season. In addition to being the last event of the Pro Bowl Games, the chosen players will compete in a skills competition to earn points toward their team’s weekly total score.
There are 79 athletes with Alabama football ancestry on this season’s Pro Bowl ballot. On Monday, the NFL made the ballot public.
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Quarterbacks: Tua Tagovailoa (Albama), Miami Dolphins; Jameis Winston (Hueytown), Cleveland Browns; Bryce Young (Albama), Carolina Panthers; Bo Nix (Pinson Valley, Auburn), Denver Broncos; and Jalen Hurts (Albama), Philadelphia Eagles
Running backs: Derrick Henry (Alabama), Baltimore Ravens; Josh Jacobs (Alabama), Green Bay Packers; Brian Robinson Jr. (Hillcrest-Tuscaloosa, Alabama); Tank Bigsby (Auburn), Jacksonville Jaguars; Jerome Ford (Alabama), Cleveland Browns; Jahmyr Gibbs (Alabama), Detroit Lions; Najee Harris (Alabama), Pittsburgh Steelers
Wide receivers: Houston Texans’ Nico Collins (Clay-Chalkville); Buffalo Bills’ Amari Cooper (Alabama); Miami Dolphins’ Tyreek Hill (West Alabama); Cleveland Browns’ Jerry Jeudy (Alabama); Houston Texans’ John Metchie III (Alabama); Atlanta Falcons’ Darnell Mooney (Gadsden City); Pittsburgh Steelers’ George Pickens (Hoover); Tennessee Titans’ Calvin Ridley (Alabama); New York Giants’ Darius Slayton (Auburn); Philadelphia Eagles’ DeVonta Smith (Alabama); Dallas Cowboys’ Jalen Tolbert (McGill-Toolen, South Alabama); Miami Dolphins’ Jaylen Waddle (Alabama).
Offensive tackles: Jonah Williams (Albama), Arizona Cardinals; Cam Robinson (Albama), Minnesota Vikings; Braden Smith (Auburn), Indianapolis Colts; Tytus Howard (Monroe County, Alabama State), Houston Texans; and J.C. Latham (Albama), Tennessee Titans
Guard: Philadelphia Eagles’ Landon Dickerson (Alabama)
Center: Los Angeles Chargers’ Bradley Bozeman (Handley, Alabama)
Defensive end: LaBryan Ray (James Clemens, Alabama), Carolina Panthers; Josh Hines-Allen (Abbeville), Jacksonville Jaguars; Will Anderson Jr. (Alabama), Houston Texans; and A’Shawn Robinson (Alabama), Carolina Panthers
Defensive tackles: Quinnen Williams (Wenonah, Alabama), New York Jets; Dalvin Tomlinson (Alabama), Cleveland Browns; Jarran Reed (Alabama), Seattle Seahawks; Rakeem Nunez-Roches (Central Phoenix City), New York Giants; and Daron Payne (Shades Valley, Alabama), Washington Commanders
Inside linebackers: Henry To’oTo’o (Alabama), Houston Texans; Quincy Williams (Wenonah), New York Jets; Mack Wilson (Carver-Montgomery, Alabama), Arizona Cardinals; K.J. Britt (Oxford, Auburn), Tampa Bay Buccaneers; C.J. Mosley (Theodore, Alabama), New York Jets; Jamien Sherwood (Auburn), New York Jets
Outside linebackers: Anfernee Jennings (Dadeville, Alabama), New England Patriots; Derick Hall (Auburn), Seattle Seahawks
Cornerbacks: Detroit Lions’ Terrion Arnold (Alabama); Las Vegas Raiders’ Jakorian Bennett (McGill-Toolen); Detroit Lions’ Carlton Davis (Auburn); Tampa Bay Bucs’ Jamel Dean (Auburn); New York Giants’ Cor’Dale Flott (Saraland); Baltimore Ravens’ Marlon Humphrey (Hoover, Alabama); Carolina Panthers’ Michael Jackson (Spain Park); New England Patriots’ Jonathan Jones (Auburn); New England Patriots’ Marcus Jones (Enterprise, Troy); Houston Texans’ Kamari Lassiter (American Christian); Tennessee Titans’ Roger McCreary (Williamson, Auburn); New Orleans Saints’ Kool-Aid McKinstry (Pinson Valley, Alabama); Denver Broncos’ Patrick Surtain II (Alabama); Cincinnati Bengals’ Cam Taylor-Britt (Park Crossing); Los Angeles Rams’ Darious Williams (UAB).
Strong safety: Detroit Lions’ Brian Branch (Alabama)
Free safety: Jimmie Ward (Davidson), Houston Texans; Xavier McKinney (Alabama), Green Bay Packers; Minkah Fitzpatrick (Alabama), Pittsburgh Steelers; and Reed Blankenship (West Limestone), Philadelphia Eagles
Kickers: Will Reichard (Hoover, Alabama), Minnesota Vikings; Evan McPherson (Fort Payne), Cincinnati Bengals; Daniel Carlson (Auburn), Las Vegas Raiders; Anders Carlson (Auburn), New York Jets
Josh Harris of the Los Angeles Chargers, an Auburn native, is a long snapper.
Bettors: Corliss Waitman (South Alabama), Pittsburgh Steelers; JK Scott (Alabama), Los Angeles Chargers
Marcus Jones (Enterprise, Troy), New England Patriots, is a return specialist.
Special teamers: Jeremy Reaves (South Alabama), Washington Commanders; and Sirian Neal (Eufaula, Jacksonville State), Miami Dolphins
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The NFL has announced its 2024 Pro Bowl Games roster, and it’s packed with athletes who share a connection to Alabama football, from high schools to college programs. A remarkable 79 players with Alabama roots have made the Pro Bowl ballot this season, showcasing the state’s impressive football legacy.
This year’s Pro Bowl Games have moved away from traditional tackle football, instead featuring a 7-on-7 flag football matchup between AFC and NFC all-stars, alongside exciting skills competitions. The roster of Alabama-connected talent demonstrates the state’s significant influence across all NFL positions.
Quarterbacks Leading the Way
The quarterback lineup is particularly star-studded, featuring Alabama alumni like Tua Tagovailoa (Miami Dolphins), Bryce Young (Carolina Panthers), and Jalen Hurts (Philadelphia Eagles). They’re joined by Jameis Winston (Hueytown) of the Cleveland Browns and Bo Nix (Pinson Valley) of the Denver Broncos, making it clear that Alabama continues to produce top-tier signal-callers.
A Dominant Presence in the Backfield
The running back group is no less impressive, with Derrick Henry (Baltimore Ravens), Josh Jacobs (Green Bay Packers), and Najee Harris (Pittsburgh Steelers) headlining the list. Rising stars like Jahmyr Gibbs (Detroit Lions) and Tank Bigsby (Jacksonville Jaguars) also highlight Alabama’s pipeline of elite backfield talent.
Wide Receiver Firepower
With names like DeVonta Smith (Philadelphia Eagles), Tyreek Hill (West Alabama), and Jaylen Waddle (Miami Dolphins), Alabama is equally dominant at wide receiver. These players, known for their speed and game-breaking ability, have been instrumental in their teams’ success this season.
Defensive Standouts
On the defensive side, Alabama alumni continue to shine. Defensive end Will Anderson Jr. (Houston Texans) and tackle Quinnen Williams (New York Jets) are leading forces in their respective units. The cornerback group, featuring Patrick Surtain II (Denver Broncos) and Marlon Humphrey (Baltimore Ravens), underscores Alabama’s ability to develop elite secondary talent.
Special Teams Excellence
Alabama’s influence extends to special teams, with standout kickers like Daniel Carlson (Las Vegas Raiders) and Evan McPherson (Cincinnati Bengals). Special teamers Jeremy Reaves (Washington Commanders) and Marcus Jones (New England Patriots) add to the state’s well-rounded representation.
A Testament to Alabama Football
The sheer number of Alabama-connected players on the Pro Bowl ballot is a testament to the state’s football culture, both at the high school and collegiate levels. The players’ success in the NFL reflects the strong coaching, competitive environments, and deep passion for the game found in Alabama.
Looking Ahead
As the Pro Bowl Games approach, fans have the opportunity to vote for their favorite players and watch as Alabama’s football stars take center stage. Whether it’s in the flag football matchup or the skills competitions, these athletes are set to shine once again, solidifying Alabama’s place at the heart of football excellence.
