The NFL has finalized the rosters for the 2026 Pro Bowl Games, and as always, there’s been a flurry of last-minute changes ahead of Tuesday night’s showcase. With Super Bowl LX on the horizon, several players originally selected to the Pro Bowl have been replaced, opening the door for some fresh faces - and a few familiar ones - to step into the spotlight.
Jalen Hurts Returns to the Pro Bowl Stage
One of the most notable additions is Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, who’s stepping in for Sam Darnold. Darnold, of course, has bigger things on his plate as he prepares to lead the Seattle Seahawks into the Super Bowl this Sunday.
For Hurts, this marks a return to the Pro Bowl Games after being selected in both 2022 and 2023. He didn’t make the cut last year - but that’s only because he was too busy earning Super Bowl LIX MVP honors after leading the Eagles to a dominant 40-22 win over the Kansas City Chiefs.
Now, Hurts is back among the NFL’s elite, and while it’s not the Super Bowl stage, his presence in San Francisco adds a layer of star power to the NFC quarterback room.
Kamari Lassiter Joins the Party
Another late addition with Alabama ties is Houston Texans cornerback Kamari Lassiter. The Tuscaloosa native - a standout at American Christian Academy before rising through the ranks - is filling in for Christian Gonzalez, who’s also Super Bowl-bound with the New England Patriots.
Lassiter’s Pro Bowl nod is a testament to his breakout season in Houston’s secondary. He joins a growing list of Pro Bowlers with Alabama roots, reinforcing the state’s reputation as a football powerhouse.
Alabama Pipeline Still Flowing Strong
With Hurts and Lassiter joining the mix, the Pro Bowl Games now feature eight players with ties to Alabama high schools or colleges. That list includes:
- Will Anderson Jr. (Texans) - The former Alabama edge rusher has been a force in Houston’s front seven.
- Nico Collins (Texans) - The Clay-Chalkville product has emerged as one of the AFC’s most dynamic receivers.
- Jahmyr Gibbs (Lions) - The rookie running back from Alabama has been electric in Detroit’s backfield.
- George Pickens (Cowboys) - The Hoover alum continues to shine as a deep threat in Dallas.
- Patrick Surtain II (Broncos) - The Alabama corner remains one of the league’s premier shutdown defenders.
- Quinnen Williams (Cowboys) - The Wenonah standout anchors the defensive interior for Dallas.
It’s a star-studded group, and their presence underscores just how much talent flows from the state of Alabama to the NFL.
Roster Shakeups Across the Board
In total, the NFC replaced seven of its original 44 Pro Bowl selections, while the AFC swapped out nine. Five of those changes came at quarterback - a reflection of both injury attrition and Super Bowl obligations.
The original rosters were determined by a combination of fan, coach, and player votes, with each group’s input weighted equally. That democratic approach always leads to a few surprises, but the final rosters still showcase the league’s top-tier talent.
Tuesday Night Spotlight: Flag Football and More
This year’s Pro Bowl Games will wrap up with a flag football showdown between the AFC and NFC at 7 p.m. CST on Tuesday. The action will unfold at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, with ESPN, Disney XD, and ESPN Deportes carrying the broadcast.
While the Pro Bowl has evolved from its traditional full-contact format, the new skills-based competitions and flag football finale have injected fresh energy into the event - and given fans a more entertaining way to celebrate the league’s best.
Final Pro Bowl Rosters
Here’s a look at the finalized rosters for both conferences:
AFC Roster Highlights
Quarterbacks:
Joe Burrow (Bengals), Joe Flacco (Bengals), Shedeur Sanders (Browns)
Skill Positions:
- WRs: Ja’Marr Chase, Nico Collins, Tee Higgins, Courtland Sutton
- RBs: De’Von Achane, James Cook, Jonathan Taylor
- TEs: Dalton Kincaid, Tyler Warren
- FB: Patrick Ricard
Offensive Line:
- Tackles: Joe Alt, Garett Bolles, Dion Dawkins
- Guards: Quinn Meinerz, Quenton Nelson, Trey Smith
- Centers: Creed Humphrey, Tyler Linderbaum
Defense:
- DEs: Will Anderson Jr., Maxx Crosby, Myles Garrett
- DTs: Zach Allen, Chris Jones, Jeffery Simmons
- LBs: Nik Bonitto, Devin Lloyd, Tuli Tuipulotu, Azeez Al-Shaair, Roquan Smith
- CBs: Kamari Lassiter, Derek Stingley Jr., Patrick Surtain II, Denzel Ward
- Safeties: Calen Bullock, Kyle Hamilton, Derwin James
Special Teams:
- P: Jordan Stout
- K: Cameron Dicker
- LS: Ross Matiscik
- Return Specialist: Chimere Dike
- Special Teamer: Ben Skowronek
NFC Roster Highlights
Quarterbacks:
Jared Goff (Lions), Jalen Hurts (Eagles), Dak Prescott (Cowboys)
Skill Positions:
- WRs: Puka Nacua, CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens, Amon-Ra St.
Brown
- RBs: Jahmyr Gibbs, Christian McCaffrey, Bijan Robinson
- TEs: Jake Ferguson, Trey McBride
- FB: Kyle Juszczyk
Offensive Line:
- Tackles: Penei Sewell, Trent Williams, Tristan Wirfs
- Guards: Chris Lindstrom, Tyler Smith, Joe Thuney
- Centers: Drew Dalman, Cam Jurgens
Defense:
- DEs: Aidan Hutchinson, DeMarcus Lawrence, Micah Parsons
- DTs: Jalen Carter, Leonard Williams, Quinnen Williams
- LBs: Brian Burns, Jared Verse, Byron Young, Zack Braun, Jack Campbell
- CBs: Cooper DeJean, Jaycee Horn, Keisean Nix, Nahshon Wright
- Safeties: Kevin Byard, Antoine Winfield Jr., Budda Baker
Special Teams:
- P: Tress Way
- K: Brandon Aubrey
- LS: Jon Weeks
- Return Specialist: KaVontae Turpin
While not every player on these rosters will suit up - a couple of Seahawks, for instance, are still listed despite their Super Bowl commitments - the Pro Bowl Games still offer a celebration of the league’s top talent. And with a mix of seasoned stars and rising names, Tuesday night’s flag football finale should be a fun one.