With the holidays in full swing and the NFL regular season winding down, the league has officially revealed the 2025 Pro Bowl Games rosters - and the Seattle Seahawks are making some serious noise.
Seattle landed six players on this year’s Pro Bowl list, tying them with the Denver Broncos, Baltimore Ravens, and San Francisco 49ers for the most selections in the league. It’s a strong showing from a team that’s been quietly stacking talent across the board, and now that depth is getting the recognition it deserves.
Let’s break it down.
Offensive Standouts: Darnold and Smith-Njigba
Starting under center, quarterback Sam Darnold has earned his second straight Pro Bowl nod. After a career that’s seen its share of ups and downs, Darnold has found his rhythm in Seattle’s offense.
He’s been efficient, composed, and - most importantly - consistent. His chemistry with wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba, who also earned his second Pro Bowl in as many seasons, has blossomed into one of the more underrated connections in the league.
Smith-Njigba’s route running and yards-after-catch ability have made him a nightmare for defenders and a security blanket for Darnold.
Defensive Dominance: Williams, Lawrence, and Witherspoon
On the defensive side, the Seahawks are sending three heavy hitters.
Leonard Williams is back in the Pro Bowl for the third time in his career, with his previous appearances coming in 2016 and 2024. He’s been a force on the interior line, anchoring the run defense and collapsing pockets with veteran savvy.
Joining him is Demarcus Lawrence, who earns his fifth Pro Bowl selection - and his first since 2023. Lawrence’s motor hasn’t slowed down, and his ability to set the edge and pressure quarterbacks has been a cornerstone of Seattle’s defensive success.
Then there’s Devon Witherspoon, who continues to build an impressive early-career résumé. With his third Pro Bowl in three seasons, Witherspoon has already established himself as one of the league’s premier corners. He’s physical, instinctive, and thrives in man coverage - the kind of player who makes offensive coordinators think twice before targeting his side of the field.
Special Teams Spark: Rashid Shaheed
On special teams, Rashid Shaheed has made an instant impact since arriving via midseason trade. This marks his second Pro Bowl appearance as a return specialist, the first coming in 2023. Shaheed’s speed and vision in the return game have flipped field position and momentum more than once this season - and he’s been a difference-maker every time he touches the ball.
Notable Alternates
The Seahawks also have four players listed as Pro Bowl alternates: safety Coby Bryant, linebacker Ernest Jones IV, special teamer Brady Russell, and fullback Robbie Ouzts. All four have contributed in meaningful ways this season, and any one of them could get the call if injuries or Super Bowl plans keep others out of the game.
The Snubs: Myers and Murphy II
Of course, no Pro Bowl roster is complete without a little controversy, and Seattle has a couple of notable omissions - starting with kicker Jason Myers.
Myers is quietly chasing an all-time NFL record, and his numbers stack up impressively against Brandon Aubrey, the Cowboys kicker who earned the Pro Bowl spot. Let’s look at the side-by-side:
- Field Goal Percentage: Myers at 88.1%, Aubrey at 88.9%.
- Extra Points: Myers is perfect at 100%, while Aubrey sits at 97.7%.
- Total Points: Myers leads with 155 to Aubrey’s 138.
- Longest Field Goal: Aubrey edges him out with a 64-yarder to Myers’ 57.
It’s a razor-thin margin, and with only one kicker per conference making the cut, Myers finds himself on the outside looking in - but not without a strong case.
Then there’s Byron Murphy II, and this one stings a bit more. Murphy led all defensive tackles in fan voting heading into the final announcement, but didn’t make the roster - or even the list of alternates. The three defensive tackles selected were Jalen Carter, Leonard Williams, and Quinnen Williams.
Now, Williams and Williams? Hard to argue.
They’ve both had standout seasons. But when you line up Murphy’s 2025 performance against Carter’s, the numbers favor the Seahawks’ big man.
He’s been disruptive, productive, and a key cog in Seattle’s defensive front. It’s the kind of snub that raises eyebrows - and might just add a little fuel to the fire heading into the postseason.
Eyes on a Bigger Prize
Still, for all the Pro Bowl honors - and the snubs - the Seahawks have bigger goals in mind. With the playoffs looming, Seattle isn’t planning to be in Orlando for the Pro Bowl Games.
They’re aiming for a different kind of Bowl. The kind that’s played in February.
The kind that comes with confetti, a trophy, and a legacy.
And if this Pro Bowl roster is any indication, they’ve got the talent to get there.