For most players making it to the NFL is the ultimate dream. But once they make it there, they begin writing down a long list of goals that they hope to achieve. Of course, things such as making the All-Pro team and becoming a champion are high on their to do list, but there is no doubt that most, if not all players crave making a pro bowl or two.
Making the squad is a signal to the rest of the league that said player is arrived and is amongst the very best. Too many times though, the Pro Bowl has failed to pick up the best players.
That isn’t to say that those who are selected aren’t deserving because they are, but there are certainly numerous other names that should have been given the nod.
Players that aren’t selected often chose not to fulminate with their doubters. Ultimately, while the recognition would be great, it’s inconsequential in the long run.
Still, we decided to shine some light on those who were thrown into the darkness for most of their careers and aggregate a list of the top 25 players to never make the team.
Fair warning, some of these players will make you question the sanity of those who are making the selection to the Pro Bowl.
With that said, let’s jump right into the list.