Steelers special teams player Ben Skowronek is representing the team at the Pro Bowl Games in San Francisco. He is the only Steelers player participating, as linebacker T.J. Watt and safety Jalen Ramsey are unable to attend.
Skowronek expressed his excitement about his first Pro Bowl appearance. “This is awesome,” said Skowronek. “It’s been a goal of mine to make it to a Pro Bowl. This is my first one. I’m going to soak it all in.
“It has been awesome so far.
“It’s a lot of fun getting out here having fun with the best players in the world.”
The event features several days of competition, including a flag football game scheduled for Tuesday, February 3. The NFL and the Steelers are using the occasion to promote flag football among younger fans.
Skowronek spoke about the growing popularity of flag football and its connection to future events. “Flag football is growing, especially with the Olympics in 2028 in Los Angeles,” said Skowronek. “So, the Pro Bowl is a good way for NFL guys to get involved and be a part of the USA team coming up.”
Reflecting on his own experience, he added, “I played a lot of flag football,” said Skowronek. “A lot of fun. But I like tackle football.
“I learned from flag football to just go out there and compete, have fun. Flag football is a starting point for a lot of football players. So, it’s fun, it’s competitive. It’s good for skilled guys especially.”
The Pro Bowl Games will be broadcast on ESPN starting at 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time, with kickoff at 8 p.m.
