NFL ends Pro Bowl after 75 years, will still honor all-stars
CBS NFL • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 9:46 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
The NFL announced the elimination of the Pro Bowl after 75 years, transitioning to a new format starting February 2026. While 88 players will still be recognized as all-stars through a voting process, there will be no alternates to replace injured players or those in the Super Bowl. The league aims to focus on honoring standout players rather than the game itself, which had faced criticism for its lack of competitive play. The new celebration will take place in Los Angeles, aiming to enhance the significance of what it means to be a Pro Bowler.
- •NFL eliminates Pro Bowl activities but will still honor all-stars
- •88 players will be recognized through standard voting
- •No more alternates for injured players or those in the Super Bowl
- •Celebration planned for February 2026 in Los Angeles
- •Focus shifts to honoring players over competitive play
- 9:46 PMCBS NFL — NFL eliminates Pro Bowl after 75 years, but players will still receive annual honor
"The league will still name 88 all-stars through standard voting and invite them to Los Angeles for a February celebration, but will not select alternates
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