Key Highlights
- That’s a bit of a head-scratcher when you remember what happened on draft day.
- Sanders was getting first-round buzz for months, then fell all the way to the fifth round. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementMORE: Cooper Kupp sends subtle message after eliminating Rams from playoffsHe’s now the first rookie picked that late to reach the Pro Bowl since Puka Nacua in 2023. Josh Allen got the AFC starting spot, with Justin Herbert backing him up.
- Drake Maye was selected too, but the New England Patriots’ Super Bowl run opened up a spot.
- Sanders filled it. Some people aren’t buying it.
- New York Giants tackle Jermaine Eluemunor went off about the selection, calling the Pro Bowl a joke and pointing out that Andrew Thomas hasn’t made one in six seasons while Sanders got in on popularity.“No hate but the Pro Bowl a joke lol.