The Green Bay Packers had seven players elected to the Pro Bowl today, matching the franchise record from 2011.
Aaron Rodgers, the NFL’s touchdown and passer ratings leader with two weeks to play earned his 9th selection, matching the franchise record held by Brett Favre and Forrest Gregg.
Davante Adams is a Pro Bowler for the 4th consecutive season, second in team annuals only behind James Lofton’s six straight. Adams is the league leader in average catches per game, average yards per game and shares the touchdown lead with 15.
David Bakhtiari is now a three time Pro Bowl, second straight as a starter.
Za’Darius Smith earns his first elected Pro Bowl after playing in the game as an alternate last year.
There are three first timers including Jaire Alexander in just his third season becoming one of the league’s top shut down cornerbacks. Elgton Jenkins made the NFC roster in his 4th season validating his value as one of the most versatile lineman around, starting games at three different positions this year.
Aaron Jones is another first timer. Despite missing two games, Jones ranks 4th in the league with 968 yards rushing.
