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Steelers' Trio Earns Pro Bowl Honors Amid Heyward's Snub

1/20/2026

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Summary

Story summary

On January 19, 2026, the Pro Football Writers of America announced the All-NFL, All-AFC, and All-NFC teams.
The Pittsburgh Steelers had three players selected for the Pro Bowl: T.J. Watt, Jalen Ramsey, and Ben Skowronek.
Cam Heyward was the only Steelers player recognized in the All-AFC team, despite being snubbed for All-NFL.
Heyward started all 17 games, logged 823 defensive snaps, recorded 78 tackles, 3.5 sacks, and a forced fumble.

History

Historical Context

Established in 1963, the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, honors legendary players like Jim Thorpe and Sammy Baugh, who were pivotal in shaping the sport. The Hall's inaugural class set a standard for recognizing excellence, a tradition that continues today with selections like Cam Heyward, reflecting the evolving standards of performance in professional football.

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Story summary

On January 19, 2026, the Pro Football Writers of America announced the All-NFL, All-AFC, and All-NFC teams.
The Pittsburgh Steelers had three players selected for the Pro Bowl: T.J. Watt, Jalen Ramsey, and Ben Skowronek.
Cam Heyward was the only Steelers player recognized in the All-AFC team, despite being snubbed for All-NFL.
Heyward started all 17 games, logged 823 defensive snaps, recorded 78 tackles, 3.5 sacks, and a forced fumble.

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