The National Football League is transforming the Pro Bowl into a prominent event during Super Bowl week. The 2026 Pro Bowl Games are set to be hosted in the Bay Area, coinciding with Super Bowl LX.
NFL Pro Bowl Takes Center Stage
The main attraction will be a flag football matchup featuring the NFC against the AFC. This exciting event is scheduled for Tuesday, February 3, 2026, beginning at 8 p.m. ET and will be broadcasted on ESPN.
Event Details
- Date: February 3, 2026
- Time: 8 p.m. ET
- Location: Moscone Center, San Francisco
- Format: 7-on-7 flag football on a 50-yard field
- Scoring:
- Touchdown: 6 points
- 1-point conversion: from 5-yard line
- 2-point conversion: from 10-yard line
This change highlights the NFL’s commitment to promoting flag football, especially as it gears up for its debut in the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. NFL executive Peter O’Reilly expressed enthusiasm about integrating the Pro Bowl Games into Super Bowl week, emphasizing the opportunity to showcase elite athletic talent.
Pro Bowl Voting Process
Fans can begin voting for their favorite players starting on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, leading up to this landmark event. The NFL aims to elevate the significance of the Pro Bowl by aligning it with the most celebrated week in American football.
