The NFL is doubling down on the Pro Bowl’s glow-up.
For 2026, the Pro Bowl Games return with the now-familiar skills-competition format, once again capped by an AFC vs. NFC flag football showdown—but with a major twist in timing and location, per an official announcement from the league.
For the first time, the Pro Bowl Games will take place during Super Bowl week. The league is bringing the event to the San Francisco Bay Area as part of Super Bowl LX festivities, giving the annual all-star showcase a bigger stage and a more integrated presence on the NFL calendar.
Fans won’t have to wait long to tune in. The Pro Bowl Games air live on Tuesday, February 3, with ESPN’s coverage beginning at 6:30 p.m. ET. The flag football game—the centerpiece of the night—kicks off at 8 p.m. ET and will also be broadcast on Disney XD and ESPN Deportes.
Star power is everywhere on the 2026 rosters. Travis Kelce remains a fan favorite, leading all players in fan voting for the second straight year.
The defensive side brings its own headline names. Jalen Ramsey earns a Pro Bowl nod while continuing to be one of the league’s most recognizable defensive stars. Meanwhile, Philadelphia Eagles breakout star Cooper DeJean lands a Pro Bowl selection.
From a team standpoint, the Denver Broncos, Baltimore Ravens, San Francisco 49ers, and Seattle Seahawks lead the league with six Pro Bowl selections apiece. The Los Angeles Chargers, Dallas Cowboys, Detroit Lions, and Philadelphia Eagles weren’t far behind, each placing five players on the roster.
Quarterbacks like Josh Allen and Matthew Stafford headline their respective sides, while explosive skill players such as Ja’Marr Chase, Christian McCaffrey, and Amon-Ra St. Brown add juice to the flag football matchup.
In the trenches, standouts like Quenton Nelson, Penei Sewell, and Myles Garrett bring name recognition even without full-contact play.