April 26, 201214 yr This morning Chris Mortensen was saying as early as this year the Pro Bowl could be eliminated. Despite solid ratings, the Commissioner has expressed his embarrassment with the game. I felt like last season holding the awards show was a test run on what the NFL would like to do. Personally, I would like to see an awards show like how college football does. One issue is the incentive bonuses for making a Pro Bowl as negotiated by the Union. Nothing should stop the recognition of those players. It also eliminates the 5th or 6th QB from a league or other undeserving players from making the roster like David Garrarad and Vince Young recently.
April 26, 201214 yr I heard them talking about it on my way into work. I think it's a great idea however I don't really care if they keep doing it. I just won't watch if they do.
April 26, 201214 yr They could still name them Pro-Bowlers and just not have the game, that way the incentives aren't messed up. I couldn't tell you the last time I watched a Pro Bowl. I'm honestly not sure if I ever have. I would enjoy watching skills competitions though, which I know others have mentioned in regards to the topic.
April 26, 201214 yr Im ok with it. I would rather them go back and do those skill challenges and stuff they used to have.
April 26, 201214 yr Author I haven't watched any significant portion of a Pro Bowl for at least 15 years. I will watch for a bit, but not a whole lot. I think helps having a vested interest in the game. This board is a lot of Bengal fans and frankly the Bengals have not set the world on fire as far as pro bowl selections go, though it has increased. It still amazes me that it outdraws other all-star games and some pro sport finals. Guess it just shows the popularity of football, but it is a terrible display.
April 26, 201214 yr I watched some of the last one, and although this may sound like a contradiction, it was pretty much unwatchable. To see the best players in the game (for the most part) go through the motions in that fashion was excrutiating.
April 26, 201214 yr I haven't watched any significant portion of a Pro Bowl for at least 15 years. When I saw this thread I was wondering how long it's been since I watched it. I'm 48. My guess is it was when I was a teenager.
April 27, 201214 yr Worst all star game, players hate it and are scared they might get hurt. But I think they and their families like the Hawaii aspect of it.
April 27, 201214 yr But I think they and their families like the Hawaii aspect of it. Is that why they're beating each other up to turn down invitations?
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