The Jones-Renfrow connection is one Patriots fans would love to see at some point. On the first play of the ensuing AFC possession, Jones fired a pass to Travis Kelce that was intercepted by Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs. He hit Pittsburgh Steelers wideout Diontae Johnson on a quick slant to convert. Jones’ first Pro Bowl snap was a two-point conversion early in the second quarter. Here are eight thoughts on how Jones and the Patriots’ other three Pro Bowlers performed on Sunday:ġ.

Splitting time with Patrick Mahomes and Justin Herbert, Jones went 12-for-16 for 112 yards and one touchdown and one interception as the AFC defeated the NFC 41-35 at Allegiant Stadium. And the rookie acquitted himself in the first Pro Bowl appearance of his young career. Jones wasn’t on the initial AFC roster, but he made it in as an alternate after Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson bowed out due to injury and Josh Allen (choice) and Joe Burrow (Super Bowl) both were unavailable. This year’s Pro Bowl did offer a bit more intrigue for New England Patriots fans, however, as quarterback Mac Jones was competing for the first time. But that doesn’t make it any more enjoyable to watch. No one wants to get hurt giving their all in a meaningless postseason showcase. The NFL’s annual all-star game is a terrible viewing product - glorified slow-motion two-hand touch featuring players who clearly have no interest in actually competing.Īnd really, why would they? Actual, full-speed football is a rough game. If you didn’t tune in to the 2022 Pro Bowl on Sunday … you made the correct decision.

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