The 2023 NFL regular season is going to end soon, with several teams vying to secure their playoff run in Week 18. Several starters from NFL franchises are not likely to play this week to reserve their energy for the postseason battle.
Meanwhile, the 2024 AFC Pro Bowl Games are also set to ignite Orlando’s Camping World Stadium, showcasing a star-studded lineup from across the NFL. Eight NFL teams have emerged as dominant contributors this year, with each boasting a significant presence in the roster lineup. At least five players from each team are set to grace the field and showcase their skills in the flag football extravaganza.
Which NFL stars made the AFC roster?
Eight NFL teams have contributed to the star-studded Pro Bowl Games assembly, each dispatching a minimum of five players to grace the field. The Baltimore Ravens and the Dallas Cowboys lead the pack, with both sending seven players. The Miami Dolphins and the Philadelphia Eagles aren’t far behind, having contributed six players each, while the Cleveland Browns, Kansas City Chiefs, and Detroit Lions complete the list by providing five players each, via NFL.com.
The offensive lineup is brimming with talent, with the Miami Dolphins Tua Tagovailoa taking the reins as the starting quarterback. He will be flanked by the likes of Baltimore Ravens MVP contender Lamar Jackson and Kansas City Chiefs superstar Patrick Mahomes to form a formidable trio in the quarterback lineup.
Running back duties will be entrusted to Raheem Mostert of the Dolphins, along with notable names like James Cook from the Buffalo Bills and Derrick Henry from the Tennessee Titans.
The receiving corps also boasts a blend of speed and sheer talent with the Dolphins Tyreek Hill, Cleveland Browns Amari Cooper, Los Angeles Chargers Keenan Allen, and Cincinnati Bengals Ja’Marr Chase leading the charge. Chiefs Tight ends Travis Kelce and Browns David Njoku also promise to be key offensive assets.
The offensive tackles consist of Laremy Tunsil from the Houston Texans, Dion Dawkins of the Buffalo Bills, and Terron Armstead of the Miami Dolphins. Among the guards are Joe Thuney of the Kansas City Chiefs, Joel Bitonio of the Cleveland Browns, and Quenton Nelson of the Indianapolis Colts. Creed Humphrey of the Chiefs and Tyler Linderbaum of the Ravens are offensive centers.
On the defensive front, the AFC boasts an equally formidable lineup. Myles Garrett from the Browns, Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders, and Trey Hendrickson from the Bengals spearhead the defensive end position. The interior linemen include the likes of Chris Jones from the Chiefs, Quinnen Williams from the New York Jets, and Justin Madubuike from the Baltimore Ravens.
The linebacker corps is truly impressive, with standout players such as T.J. Watt from the Pittsburgh Steelers, Khalil Mack from the Los Angeles Chargers, and Josh Allen from the Jacksonville Jaguars. The secondary in the AFC features standout cornerbacks such as Pat Surtain II of the Denver Broncos, Sauce Gardner of the Jets, Jalen Ramsey of the Dolphins, and Denzel Ward of the Browns. Two free safeties, Justin Simmons of the Broncos and Minkah Fitzpatrick of the Steelers, have made the list.
The special teams unit includes standout players like long snapper Ross Matiscik from the Jaguars, punter AJ Cole from the Raiders, place kicker Justin Tucker from the Ravens, and Marvin Mims Jr. from the Broncos.
2024 Pro Bowl Games schedule
The 2024 Pro Bowl Games will mark the second consecutive year of an innovative format. Departing from the traditional tackle football game, this year’s event will encompass skills competitions and non-contact flag football games.
Kicking off on February 1, 2024, the Pro Bowl festivities will spread across various venues in Central Florida. The schedule includes a series of captivating skills competitions such as the “Farthest Throw,” “Best Catch,” “Closest to the Pin,” and the adrenaline-pumping “Dodgeball” and “Kick-Tac-Toe.”
The main event will take center stage on February 4 at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida. This venue is known for its history of hosting the Pro Bowl from 2017 to 2020. The day will also feature the “Madden NFL Head-to-Head,” the challenging “Gridiron Gauntlet,” the intense “Tug-of-War,” and strategic games like “Move the Chains.”
However, the highlight of the day will be the non-contact flag football games. Three high-energy matchups are slated to electrify the stadium this year.
