What you MUST know about the Madden 21 Pro Bowl 2021


With the sweeping lockdowns and risks to player safety, it's not surprising the 2021 Pro Bowl won't be happening in person.

So what is happening to the annual celebration of the best talent in the NFL?

2021 Pro Bowl & Madden 21

Instead of the traditional method, a virtual version of the game will be played in Madden 21.

With some current and former NFL players, there will also be some celebrities who think they can play the game to a high level.

PICK n MIX: Household names vs NFL players - what's not to love
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PICK n MIX: Household names vs NFL players - what's not to love

So how will this work? - here's what to expect.

When is the 2021 Pro Bowl?

The 2021 Pro Bowl will be held on Sunday, Jan 31st at 5pm EST.

How do I watch the 2021 Pro Bowl?

There are a few ways to watch the 2021 Pro Bowl.

The main way will be through the official EA Madden Twitch channel.

But you can also see it through the NFL's Youtube, Twitter, and Facebook channels and the game will also be on NFL Network.

There are plenty of Twitch streamers who will be having watch parties on their channels too. Look out for Ninja, FaZe Swagg, and AMP.

How will the 2021 Pro Bowl work?

There will be eight players and celebrities competing.

STAR STUDDED: There will be a lot of celebs involved
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STAR STUDDED: There will be a lot of celebs involved

Four people will control the NFC while another four control the AFC, both being the full Pro Bowl rosters as selected.

Deshaun Watson and Kyler Murray have been named as "Team Leads" as they are each Pro Bowl players this season.

The players will be playing the game from their homes and will play one five-minute quarter of the game.

AFC

  • Deshaun Watson
  • Snopp Dogg
  • Derrick Henry
  • Keyshawn Johnson

NFC

  • Kyler Murray
  • Jamal Adams
  • Marshawn Lynch
  • Bubba Wallace

What are the 2021 Pro Bowl rosters?

In the game they will use the Pro Bowl rosters that are voted for by the fans at the end of the NFL season;

AFC Roster

Quarterbacks

Patrick Mahomes Chiefs
Josh Allen Bills
Deshaun Watson Texans

Running backs

Derrick Henry Titans
Nick Chubb Browns
Josh Jacobs Raiders

Wide receivers

Tyreek Hill Chiefs
Stefon Diggs Bills
Keenan Allen Chargers
A.J. Brown Titans

Tight ends

Travis Kelce Chiefs
Darren Waller Raiders

Fullbacks

Patrick Ricard Ravens

Offensive linemen

T Larmey Tunsil Texans
T Eric Fisher Chiefs
T Orland Brown Ravens
G Quenton Nelson Colts
G Joel Bitonio Browns
G David DeCastro Steelers
C Maurkice Pouncey Steelers
C Ryan Kelly Colts

Defensive ends

Myles Garrett Browns
Joey Bosa Chargers
Frank Clark Chiefs

Defensive tackles

Chris Jones Chiefs
Cameron Heyward Steelers
Calais Campbell Ravens

Linebackers

OLB T.J. Watt Steelers
OLB Bradley Chubb Broncos
OLB Matt Judon Ravens
ILB Darius Leonard Colts
ILB Tremaine Edmunds Bills

Cornerbacks

Xavien Howard Dolphins
Tre’Davious White Bills
Marlon Humphrey Ravens
Stephon Gilmore Patriots

Safeties

FS Minkah Fitzpatrick Steelers
FS Justin Simmons Broncos
SS Tyrann Mathieu Chiefs

Special teams

LS Morgan Cox Ravens
P Jake Bailey Patriots
K Justin Tucker Ravens
RS Andre Roberts Bills
ST Matthew Slater Patriots

NFC Roster

Quarterbacks

Aaron Rodgers Packers
Russell Wilson Seahawks
Kyler Murray Cardinals

Running backs

Dalvin Cook Vikings
Alvin Kamara Saints
Aaron Jones Packers

Wide receivers

Davante Adams Packers
DeAndre Hopkins Cardinals
DK Metcalf Seahawks
Justin Jefferson Vikings

Tight ends

T.J. Hockenson Lions
Evan Engram Giants

Fullbacks

Kyle Juszczyk 49ers

Offensive linemen

T David Bakhtiari Packers
T Trent Williams 49ers
T Terron Armstead Saints
G Brandon Scherff Football Team
G Elgton Jenkins Packers
G Andrus Peat Saints
C Jason Kelce Eagles
C Frank Ragnow Lions

Defensive ends

Cameron Jordan Saints
Brandon Graham Eagles
Chase Young Football Team
Aaron Donald Rams

Defensive tackles

Fletcher Cox Eagles
Grady Jarrett Falcons

Linebackers

OLB Khalil Mack Bears
OLB Za’Darius Smith Packers
OLB Jason Pierre-Paul Buccaneers
ILB Bobby Wagner Seahawks
ILB Fred Warner 49ers

Cornerbacks

Jalen Ramsey Rams
Jaire Alexander Packers
Marshon Lattimore Saints
James Bradberry Giants

Safeties

FS Quandre Diggs Seahawks
SS Budda Baker Cardinals
SS Jamal Adams Seahawks

Special teams

LS Tyler Ott Seahawks
P Jack Fox Lions
K Younghoe Koo Falcons
RS Cordarrelle Patterson Bears
ST Nick Bellore Seahawks

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