The Associated Press has officially revealed its coveted All-Pro Team for the 2025 NFL season, honouring the most outstanding performers from a thrilling year of football. Announced on Saturday, January 10, the roster is a powerful mix of veteran brilliance, record-breaking achievements, and exciting new talent, setting the stage for an electrifying playoff season.
Veteran Quarterback Finally Gets His Due
In one of the most heart-warming stories of the season, Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, at 37 years old, secured his maiden first-team All-Pro selection. This honour comes after an impressive 17-season career, highlighting his exceptional 2025 campaign. Stafford led the entire NFL with 4,707 passing yards and 46 touchdowns, boasting a stellar passer rating of 109.2.
He comfortably outpaced other contenders, receiving 31 first-place votes compared to 18 for New England's Drake Maye and one for Buffalo's Josh Allen. "That's amazing," a grateful Stafford remarked. "I did not see that coming... It means a lot." This achievement makes him only the second quarterback in league history to earn this top distinction in his 17th season or later.
Unanimous Selections and a Historic Record
The 2025 list featured three players who received votes from all 50 members of the media panel, a testament to their dominant seasons. These unanimous superstars are Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua, Seattle's Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and Cleveland's defensive force, Myles Garrett.
Garrett's inclusion was particularly historic, as his 23 sacks set a new NFL single-season record, eclipsing the previous mark and solidifying his legacy as one of the game's premier pass rushers. Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride nearly joined the unanimous club, falling just one vote short with 49 first-place selections.
Rookies Rise and Broncos Dominate Team Count
The defensive unit showcased fearsome talent, including edge rushers like Dallas's Micah Parsons and Houston's Will Anderson Jr., alongside formidable interior linemen Jeffery Simmons and Zach Allen. Parsons, despite a late-season ACL injury, expressed optimism about returning to elite form.
The influx of young talent was unmistakable. Eighteen players earned their first-ever first-team All-Pro honour, including Philadelphia Eagles second-year cornerbacks Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean. Special teams also saw fresh faces, like Tennessee Titans punt returner Chimera Dike, who expressed gratitude for the opportunity in his rookie year.
In terms of franchise representation, the Denver Broncos led all teams with four first-team selections. Their honorees included key offensive linemen and special teams ace Devon Key, underscoring the team's well-rounded strength.
As the NFL playoffs intensify during wild-card weekend, the announcement of the All-Pro Team adds another layer of prestige and excitement. Chosen through the AP's rigorous voting process, the 2025 squad stands as the definitive authority on the regular season's very best.
