ATL Standard

Atlanta Falcons players KhaDarel Hodge and Chris Lindstrom have been named to the 2025 Pro Bowl Games, according to the NFL's announcement of the NFC and AFC rosters on Thursday morning. This marks Hodge's first Pro Bowl selection, while Lindstrom has earned his third consecutive nod.

Falcons head coach Raheem Morris expressed pride in his players' achievements, stating, "It's always an honor when those guys have the opportunity to go be a part of anything Pro Bowl related."

Hodge, who also plays wide receiver, has had notable performances throughout the season. In Week 4 against the New Orleans Saints, he recovered a muffed punt for a touchdown. The following week, he secured a game-winning 45-yard touchdown catch in overtime against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. In Week 15 against the Las Vegas Raiders, Hodge blocked one punt and tipped another, earning him NFC Special Teams Player of the Week honors.

"Hodge works his tail off," said Falcons punter Bradley Pinion on December 16. "Phenomenal teammate. Phenomenal gunner. Phenomenal wide receiver. I mean, he's an all-around good guy."

Lindstrom has excelled as a right guard this season with strong pass protection skills, allowing just one sack—tied for fewest among NFL right guards—and is recognized as one of the top run blockers in the league. He has played 1,020 offensive snaps (96%), surpassed only by teammates Jake Matthews and Matthew Bergeron.

"You can go with Chris Lindstrom in any Pro Bowl," Morris commented.

Additionally, Falcons safety Jessie Bates and running back Bijan Robinson are designated as No. 1 alternatives for their positions.

Pro Bowl selections are determined by votes from players, coaches, and fans. The game will continue its new format for the third year with a flag football match scheduled for February 2 at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida. Leading up to this event will be skill competitions showcasing players' abilities.

"There's always guys on your team that you feel like are worthy," Morris noted about Pro Bowl selections. "We got a great selection panel and how we do it. I love the way the NFL does it."

The Falcons now have had 81 players selected since the Pro Bowl began in 1951.