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Patriots QB Mac Jones could reportedly earn a spot in the 2022 NFL Pro Bowl

The rookie could possibly find himself as a Pro Bowler.

Could Mac Jones be a Pro Bowler in his rookie season?

The No. 15 pick wasn’t on the initial AFC roster, but he could potentially be selected as an alternate, according to ESPN’s Mike Reiss. Jones led the New England Patriots to a 10-7 record, along with a playoff bid. He finished the season throwing for 3,801 yards, 22 touchdowns and 13 interceptions — with a 68 completion percentage.

Jones was by far the best rookie quarterback out of a class that was highly touted and he’s set up for a bright future with the Patriots. Here’s what Reiss tweeted about Jones’ odds to earn the Pro Bowl nod.

“With the AFC dipping into alternates at QB,” Reiss said, “momentum is building for Mac Jones to play in the Pro Bowl on Sunday, Feb. 6. … Stay tuned.”

It would be huge accomplishment for a rookie that has many more accolades to achieve in the future.

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Eagles DT Javon Hargrave named to 2022 NFL Pro Bowl as injury replacement

#FlyEaglesFly defensive tackle Javon #Hargrave was named to his first #NFL #ProBowl as an injury replacement for #Packers defensive tackle, Kenny Clark

Javon Hargrave is now a first-time Pro Bowler after the postseason alternate was named to the team as a replacement for Packers injured defensive tackle, Kenny Clark.

Hargrave had a career season in 2021, Logging six sacks in the first five games of the season before opposing teams started to slide protection Hargrave’s way and double him.

Hargrave finished the season with just 1 1/2 sacks, logging a career-high 7 1/2 sacks, 9 tackles for loss, and one postseason sack in the Eagles playoff loss to the Buccaneers.

The talented defensive tackle carries a hefty salary cap hit into the 2022 NFL season, but he should again help anchor a Philadelphia defensive front that’ll be in flux with Brandon Graham returning, along with Derek Barnett and Ryan Kerrigan likely departing.

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Texans special teams coach Frank Ross says not making Pro Bowl won’t affect P Cam Johnston

Houston Texans punter Cam Johnston did not make the Pro Bowl, but special teams coach Frank Ross doesn’t believe it will affect him.

Houston Texans punter Cam Johnston is one of two punters this season who has booted more than 70 punts this season. The other punter is the Seattle Seahawks’ Michael Dickson.

A.J. Cole from the Las Vegas Raiders will represent the AFC with his 50.6 yards per punt.

Cole hasn’t even hit the 60-punt threshold. Among such punters, only the Jacksonville Jaguars’ Logan Cooke’s 47.1 yards per punt is higher than Johnston’s 46.9.

Texans special teams coach Frank Ross doesn’t believe the lack of Pro Bowl recognition will affect Johnston for the final three games.

“I guess maybe in my own heart that stuff is nice, but you play the game not for accolades, you play the game just to be the best of yourself,” Ross said. “I think Cam, that’s not going to affect anything about any of our players. We’re going to compete every day regardless of what the outcome is. The ultimate goal is to be the best that you can possibly be, and hopefully that results in a championship. I think all those things along the way will take care of themselves.”

Johnston has punted a career high 75 times for 3,514 yards and has recorded a longest punt of 69 yards, also a career high. Although the Texans have been languishing at 3-11, Johnston has had a stupendous year personally.

“As far as how he’s played, I want him to continue to press to every punt, every rep, punt in and punt out to be executed with whatever that call or circumstance in the game will dictate, and hopefully he will do that to the best of his abilities,” said Ross.

Johnston will get opportunities to punt as the Texans take on the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday at 12:00 p.m. Central Time at NRG Stadium.

Twitter reacts to Chargers’ 2022 Pro Bowl selections, snubs

Many Chargers and NFL fans took to Twitter and shared their thoughts on the selections and omissions from this year’s team.

Six members of the Chargers were rewarded for their hard work, as Justin Herbert, Derwin James, Rashawn Slater, Joey Bosa, Corey Linsley, and Keenan Allen were selected for the 2022 Pro Bowl.

Here is how the general population reacted after the rosters were unveiled:

2 Chargers snubbed from 2022 Pro Bowl

The Chargers had a handful of players named to the Pro Bowl, but there were a couple who were snubbed.

On Wednesday night, the rosters for the 2022 Pro Bowl were revealed.

Six members of the Chargers earned the honor, and five others were named alternates, including a player who was more than deserving of making the team itself.

Austin Ekeler highlights the notable snubs across the league.

While Justin Herbert is the engineer, the offense would not be as productive if it weren’t for Ekeler’s services.

Ekeler, the do-it-all back, is sixth in the NFL in total yards this season (1,347), fourth in rushing touchdowns (10), and second to Jonathan Taylor in total touchdowns (17).

Derwin James and Joey Bosa were the only representatives on the other side of the ball. However, the man in the middle of the defense has played his way into being recognized among the best at his position.

Impactful against in coverage, and as a blitzer, Kyzir White has 115 tackles, 7.5 for loss, three interceptions, two forced fumbles, three quarterback hits, and a sack through 14 games.

But White not being named to the Pro Bowl is not a concern, as he has his eyes set on playing in a game with much more meaning.

“I would rather be in the Super Bowl – playing right here in L.A.,” White said. “I would rather get these wins, get into the playoffs, and make a Super Bowl run.”

Eagles’ Jason Kelce led all NFC centers in Pro Bowl votes

#Eagles legend Jason #Kelce has officially been named to the #ProBowl after leading all #NFC centers in #ProBowl votes via @thacover2NFL #FlyEaglesFly

The Eagles are guaranteed to have at least one player represent them in the 2022 NFL Pro Bowl, as Jason Kelce led all NFC centers in total votes with 98,380, NFL communications announced.

The official Pro Bowl rosters will be announced on Wednesday, December 22, live on NFL Network’s Pro Bowl special “NFL Total Access: Pro Bowl Players Revealed presented by Panini Trading Cards” at 8:00 PM ET.

The Chiefs, Cowboys, 49ers, Patriots, and Packers led all NFL teams with the most Pro Bowl votes.

Roster selections were determined by the consensus votes of fans, players, and coaches. Each group’s vote counts one-third toward determining the 88 All-Star players.

The top-five vote-getters regardless of position were as followed.

1. RB — Jonathan Taylor — Indianapolis Colts
265,370

2. DE — Nick Bosa — San Francisco 49ers
264,687

3. TE — Travis Kelce — Kansas City Chiefs
262,540

4. FB — Kyle Juszczyk — San Francisco 49ers
244,714

5. CB — Trevon Diggs — Dallas Cowboys
242,900

The 2022 Pro Bowl presented by Verizon will be played at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Sunday, February 6, at 3:00 PM ET and will be televised on ESPN, ESPN Deportes, and simulcast on ABC. Tickets are available now on ProBowl.com and will allow fans special benefits on gameday including access to the Pro Bowl Red Carpet and other family-friendly activities.

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Texans DE Jonathan Greenard asks fans to help him get to the Pro Bowl

Houston Texans defensive end Jonathan Greenard is asking fans to help him get enough votes to make the 2022 NFL Pro Bowl.

Houston Texans defensive end Jonathan Greenard is asking fans to vote for him for the 2022 NFL Pro Bowl.

The former 2020 third-round pick from Florida posted a short video of himself on Twitter Wednesday afternoon and encouraged fans to simply retweet his tweet as each retweet counts as a vote.

Greenard is having a decent season for Houston, leading the team with 8.0 sacks, the largest number of sacks since 2018 when J.J. Watt had 16.0.

At 2-9, the Texans don’t have much to show for league-wide merit. If Greenard were able to make the Pro Bowl, it would extend Houston’s streak of having at least one Pro Bowler on the AFC roster out to 18 seasons. The last time Houston didn’t have a Pro Bowler was in 2003, Andre Johnson’s rookie year, who later became the Texans’ first ever Pro Bowler following the 2004 campaign.