The 2025 Pro Bowl Games roster has been revealed, showcasing notable players such as Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen and Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley. Among the significant absences is Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who did not make the highly competitive list of honorees for his position. In addition to Allen and Barkley, the roster features a collection of talent from both the AFC and NFC.
In the fan voting segment, Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce emerged victorious, surpassing the Detroit Lions' Jahmyr Gibbs. Despite an impressive voting campaign, Barkley was still able to secure a Pro Bowl nod, marking a remarkable season in which he surpassed 2,000 rushing yards, bringing him within reach of Eric Dickerson’s single-season rushing record. However, the Eagles made the decision to rest Barkley in Week 18, a move that, while understandable given his heavy workload of 345 carries, disappointed some fans who were eager to see him break the record.
The competition for quarterback spots in the NFC has proven to be particularly compelling, featuring top performers such as Jared Goff of the Detroit Lions, Baker Mayfield of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sam Darnold of the Minnesota Vikings, and Geno Smith of the Seattle Seahawks. This season, Washington Commanders rookie Jayden Daniels also entered the conversation, thanks to his efficient performance in which he accrued 3,530 yards, 25 touchdowns, and only nine interceptions. While players such as Burrow, Allen, and Jackson are expected to lead the AFC, Mahomes' absence from the Pro Bowl Games roster was notable given his current statistics, reflecting fewer passing yards per game and an increased interception count. For the upcoming Pro Bowl Games scheduled for February 2, football will also feature a variety of events beyond the traditional game, including skills competitions and a trivia-based contest titled 'Passing The Test,' where quarterbacks will partner with teammates to answer questions related to their peers.