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NFL ends the Pro Bowl game, but players will still be honored as Pro Bowlers
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· August 26, 2026
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Key points The Pro Bowl had been held almost every year since 1951, with a pause in 2021 due to the pandemic. A total of 88 players will be honored after this season.
The NFL has decided to end its Pro Bowl game. Players will still receive recognition for their achievements. A total of 88 players will be honored after this season. The league's top performers will be named and celebrated in a different format.
The Pro Bowl had been held almost every year since 1951, with a pause in 2021 due to the pandemic. Further details about the changes are available from the NFL.
The decision was made to move away from the traditional competitive all-star game, and instead focus on recognizing the best players in the league through other events, including flag football.
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Category: News Published: August 26, 2026 Source: Odessa American (oaoa.com) Reading time: 1 min
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