Matthew Stafford breaking through at 37 years old was the stunning headline. Myles Garrett’s record-breaking 23 sacks made him a unanimous choice. The 2025 NFL All-Pro team just dropped, and the game’s elite performers earned their honors on January 10, 2026.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Stafford’s first All-Pro: Set to join Gary Anderson as only quarterback earning first-team honors in 17th season or later
- Unanimous selections: Myles Garrett, Puka Nacua, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba received all 50 first-place votes
- Garrett’s sack record: Defensive end broke NFL single-season record with 23 total sacks during 2025
- Historic recognition: 18 first-time All-Pros made the roster, including five special teams players
Stafford’s Stunning First All-Pro Nod at Age 37
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Matthew Stafford delivered the story of the day. The Los Angeles Rams quarterback finally earned All-Pro honors after 17 seasons in the NFL. He beat out Drake Maye with 31 of 50 first-place votes versus Maye’s 18 votes. Stafford led the league with 4,707 passing yards and 46 touchdowns.
His 109.2 passer rating ranked second only to Maye’s exceptional 113.5 mark. Stafford joins an exclusive club, becoming only the second quarterback ever to earn first-team All-Pro honors in his 17th career season. Gary Anderson accomplished the feat in 1998. The wait surpassed even Fran Tarkenton, who waited until his 15th season in 1975.
| Player | First-Place Votes | Key Stat |
| Matthew Stafford, Rams | 31 of 50 | 4,707 yards, 46 TDs |
| Drake Maye, Patriots | 18 of 50 | 4,394 yards, 31 TDs |
Garrett’s Record-Breaking Defense Earns Unanimous Recognition
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Myles Garrett dominated the edge rusher group with a historic season. The Cleveland Browns star broke the NFL single-season sack record with 23 total sacks. He was a unanimous All-Pro selection, receiving all 50 first-place votes from the voting panel. Will Anderson Jr. and Micah Parsons joined Garrett at the position.
Garrett has earned five first-team All-Pro honors during his nine-year career. His dominance extends beyond sacks. He recorded 45 quarterback knockdowns this season, far exceeding the next closest defender. Parsons, recovering from torn ACL surgery, earned his third first-team honor. “That’s crazy,” Parsons said upon hearing the news. “It means a lot.”
Historic Receiving Class Leads 2025 All-Pro Offensive Selections
The wide receiver group showcased elite talent across the board. Puka Nacua and Jaxon Smith-Njigba were unanimous All-Pro selections, each receiving all 50 first-place votes. Nacua broke an NFL receptions record for first 40 games in his career. Smith-Njigba put up 1,793 receiving yards, leading the entire league at the position.
Ja’Marr Chase of the Cincinnati Bengals rounded out the first-team wide receiver trio. At tight end, the Arizona Cardinals’ Trey McBride earned the honor, receiving an impressive 49 of 50 first-place votes. Bijan Robinson led all running backs, while Christian McCaffrey earned the coveted All-Purpose spot.
| Position | Player | Team |
| Quarterback | Matthew Stafford | Los Angeles Rams |
| WR #1 | Puka Nacua | Los Angeles Rams |
| WR #2 | Jaxon Smith-Njigba | Seattle Seahawks |
| Edge Rusher | Myles Garrett | Cleveland Browns |
“That’s amazing. I did not see that coming. Played a lot of years. A lot of respect for this game. A lot of respect for the other guys who do what I do. It’s not an easy thing to do. It means a lot.”
— Matthew Stafford, QB, Los Angeles Rams
Denver Broncos Dominate with Four First-Team Selections
The Denver Broncos, securing the AFC’s No. 1 playoff seed, had a dominant year reflected in All-Pro honors. The team placed four first-team players on the roster. Josh Allen at quarterback, Garrett Boles at left tackle, Quinn Meinerz at left guard, and special teams contributor Devon Key all earned first-team recognition.
Additionally, cornerback Patrick Surtain II, the reigning NFL Defensive Player of the Year, made second-team honors. Safety Talanoa Hufanga also earned second-team status. This shows Denver’s across-the-board excellence. Other notable first-teamers included Kyle Juszczyk from the San Francisco 49ers at fullback and Jeffrey Simmons, Zach Allen on the interior defensive line.
What Stands Out Among the 2025 All-Pro Team Selections?
Eighteen first-time All-Pros made the roster this year, with five special teams players earning the honor for the first time. Notable first-timers include Chimera Dike, the Tennessee Titans rookie punt returner, who earned recognition in his first professional season. Ray Davis, the Bills kick returner, also made the cut. Will Reichard, Vikings kicker, and Jordan Stout, Ravens punter, rounded out special teams newcomers.
The Associated Press voting system had 50 media members vote on both first and second team selections. This marked the fourth year of the current voting format. First-team votes earned 3 points, while second-team votes counted for 1 point each. The accounting firm Lutz and Carr tabulated all votes to ensure accuracy and integrity throughout the selection process.
Sources
- Associated Press – Official 2025 NFL All-Pro team announcement and player selections
- SFGATE/AP Sports – Matthew Stafford, Myles Garrett, and key player voting details
- NFL.com – Team records, defensive statistics, and special teams honors
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