Mahomes Not on 2025 Pro Bowl Roster
In a surprising turn for fans of the Kansas City Chiefs, Patrick Mahomes won’t be making an appearance on the Pro Bowl roster for 2025. This marks the first time since 2018 that Mahomes wasn’t initially chosen for this prestigious honor. Instead, he's been listed as an alternate, a position not quite familiar to him given his track record.
Other Quarterbacks Chosen
Taking Mahomes' usual spot are burgeoning stars Joe Burrow, Josh Allen, and Lamar Jackson. They've all had stellar seasons, outshining Mahomes in various aspects, which led to their selection for the AFC. Despite Mahomes' consistent performances, this selection truly highlights the competitive nature of the league’s quarterbacks today.
Balancing Achievements and Setbacks
Mahomes ended the 2025 regular season with 3,928 passing yards and 26 touchdowns. While impressive, these are his lowest figures since he became a starter. In another notable statistic, Mahomes managed to secure winning streak of six games without throwing an interception, showcasing his capability to adapt and overcome challenges. Nonetheless, being ranked seventh in both passing yards and touchdowns might have contributed to his Pro Bowl snub this year.
Team Strategy and Results
Interestingly, the Chiefs opted to rest key players, including Mahomes, during the season's final game against the Denver Broncos. Although this decision might have impacted his final stats, it underscores the team's bigger picture strategy: heading into the playoffs with well-rested and unscathed key players. Regardless of individual stats, Kansas City Chiefs clinched the top seed in the AFC, setting the stage for what fans hope will be a deep playoff run.
For Mahomes, this season has been laden with both great strides and unexpected turns. While the Pro Bowl outcome didn’t tip in his favor, his sights—and those of his fans—are surely set on greater victories to come.