Jared Goff, NFC Dominate NFL Pro Bowl Skills Challenge 2025 vs. AFC, Praised By Fans
January 31, 2025
The NFC dominated the AFC in Thursday's Pro Bowl Games action, taking a 14-7 lead.
NFL @NFLThe NFC is in the lead following Thursday's action in Orlando ⭐️<br><br>📺: <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ProBowlGames?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ProBowlGames</a> continues Sunday 6pm ET on ESPN<br>📱: Stream on <a href="https://twitter.com/NFLPlus?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NFLPlus</a> <a href="https://t.co/D7B0k6viOW">pic.twitter.com/D7B0k6viOW</a>
Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff excelled in the Passing The Test competition, scoring 44 points to give NFC the win there.
NFL+ @NFLPlusJared Goff secures 44 points for the NFC 💪<br><br>📺: <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ProBowlGames?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ProBowlGames</a> on ESPN<br>📱: Stream on <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NFLPlus?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NFLPlus</a><br> <a href="https://t.co/4BAwmLRV4b">pic.twitter.com/4BAwmLRV4b</a>
Led by Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson, the NFC got another three points in the Satisfying Catches competition.
NFL @NFLJustin Jefferson one-handers 🔥 <a href="https://twitter.com/SNICKERS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SNICKERS</a><br><br>📺: <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ProBowlGames?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ProBowlGames</a> on ESPN<br>📱: Stream on <a href="https://twitter.com/NFLPlus?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NFLPlus</a> <a href="https://t.co/Qpb4c9m9gf">pic.twitter.com/Qpb4c9m9gf</a>
The AFC cut the lead back in half after the Big Spike contest, led by New York Jets defensive lineman Quinnen Williams.
NFL @NFL982 😳<br><br>Quinnen Williams with some AUTHORITY 😤<br><br>📺: <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ProBowlGames?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ProBowlGames</a> on ESPN<br>📱: Stream on <a href="https://twitter.com/NFLPlus?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NFLPlus</a> <a href="https://t.co/5KFkYpapDb">pic.twitter.com/5KFkYpapDb</a>
Then the Pro Bowl Games saw quite a unique twist with Helmet Harmony, showcasing how well Pro Bowlers knew their fellow teammates. The NFC took that one for three more points.
NFL @NFL.<a href="https://twitter.com/terrycrews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@terrycrews</a> hosts new game show Helmet Harmony to see how well Pro Bowlers know their teammates! 🧐<br><br>📺: <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ProBowlGames?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ProBowlGames</a> on ESPN<br>📱: Stream on <a href="https://twitter.com/NFLPlus?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NFLPlus</a> <a href="https://t.co/GLgZyY4VYs">pic.twitter.com/GLgZyY4VYs</a>
The relay races were next. The NFC won two to one, and highlights included an easy NFC win to start as well as the Bosa brothers speedwalking against each other.
NFL @NFLA dropped handoff allows the NFC to easily cruise to a heat 1 victory 💨<br><br>📺: <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ProBowlGames?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ProBowlGames</a> on ESPN<br>📱: Stream on <a href="https://twitter.com/NFLPlus?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NFLPlus</a> <a href="https://t.co/3CjPSoXxDp">pic.twitter.com/3CjPSoXxDp</a>
NFL @NFLThe Bosa brothers speed walked 😂<br><br>📺: <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ProBowlGames?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ProBowlGames</a> on ESPN<br>📱: Stream on <a href="https://twitter.com/NFLPlus?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NFLPlus</a> <a href="https://t.co/vY5Lmx7iXj">pic.twitter.com/vY5Lmx7iXj</a>
In dodgeball, both teams got three points. Highlights here saw Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon showing off his cannon and Dallas Cowboys guard Tyler Smith making a clutch catch.
NFL @NFLJoe Mixon bringing the heat in Dodgeball🔥 <a href="https://twitter.com/budlight?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@budlight</a><br><br>📺: <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ProBowlGames?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ProBowlGames</a> on ESPN<br>📱: Stream on <a href="https://twitter.com/NFLPlus?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NFLPlus</a> <a href="https://t.co/oHxO48JdSB">pic.twitter.com/oHxO48JdSB</a>
NFL @NFLQuenton Nelson's throw is caught by Tyler Smith to win Game 2 for the NFC! <a href="https://twitter.com/budlight?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@budlight</a><br><br>📺: <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ProBowlGames?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ProBowlGames</a> on ESPN<br>📱: Stream on <a href="https://twitter.com/NFLPlus?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NFLPlus</a> <a href="https://t.co/Zagb8t2mHs">pic.twitter.com/Zagb8t2mHs</a>
In the end, fans gave a hat tip to the NFC's dominance while also praising Goff for a great passing performance as well.
Alex Donovan @AlexDonovan13<a href="https://twitter.com/LauraRutledge?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@LauraRutledge</a> The NFC has some smart trivia players. Josh Jacobs and Fred Warner setting up the NFC North gunslingers. For the two highest totals. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ProBowlGames?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ProBowlGames</a>
The Pro Bowl Games continue on Sunday, and they will culminate with an AFC vs. NFC flag football contest.
