As Dolphins dominate early voting, who could the team send to the 2024 Pro Bowl?
The Dolphins should be well-represented in the 2024 Pro Bowl in Orlando, Florida.
Miami is one of the best — and most fun — teams in the NFL and that was showcased in the NFL’s first returns for fan voting, which counts for one-third of the balloting for the league’s all-star event. Players and coaches make up the rest of the votes.
Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa leads all players in fan voting, while wide receiver Tyreek Hill is fourth. The Dolphins rank second in total player votes, and six other players lead their position group in votes.
In 1973, the Dolphins sent a franchise-high 12 players to the Pro Bowl, and while they might not hit that mark this season, they could come very close.
Here are 10 Dolphins who could receive strong consideration for the 2024 Pro Bowl.
Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa
▪ The case for him: Like last year, Tagovailoa continues to lead all players in fan voting. The fourth-year player was voted a first alternate in 2022, but this could be the season Tagovailoa gets his first Pro Bowl nod. He remains one of the NFL’s most efficient passers but now has the raw stats to back it up as he’s played in every game this season. Tagovailoa ranks top five in passing yards and touchdowns.
Wide receiver Tyreek Hill
▪ The case for him: Hill is on pace for an historic season, the league’s first 2,000-yard receiving campaign. He leads the NFL in receiving yards and touchdown catches and is garnering Most Valuable Player consideration with his performance this year. He’s as surefire of a Pro Bowl selection as there is in the league, let alone the team.
Cornerback Jalen Ramsey
▪ The case for him: Ramsey didn’t make his season debut until October but has been one of the NFL’s best defensive backs since returning to the field in Week 9. He leads all AFC cornerbacks in fan votes, is a household name and also has the play to back up the accolade.
Fullback Alec Ingold
▪ The case for him: The fullback position has been increasingly phased out of modern offenses but still gets a representative in the Pro Bowl. Ingold, who leads all AFC fullbacks in fan voting, has been a versatile player in one of the league’s best offenses.
Left tackle Terron Armstead
▪ The case for him: Armstead has been in and out of the lineup because of injuries and recently acknowledged that his play hasn’t been up to standard. But he remains one of the better tackles in the NFL and has the respect of fans and peers. He leads all AFC tackles in fan voting.
Running back Raheem Mostert
▪ The case for him: At the age of 31 when many running backs have been cast aside, Mostert is having a career year. He ranks top three in rushing yards and leads the NFL in rushing touchdowns. Mostert is a good bet to be named to his first Pro Bowl.
Cornerback Xavien Howard
▪ The case for him: Howard was voted to the Pro Bowl last season but said his performance wasn’t up to his standard. Now healthy, Howard has been great in defensive coordinator Vic Fangio’s scheme. The interception numbers many have grown accustomed to with Howard aren’t there but don’t that let fool you: he has been a lockdown corner in 2023.
Defensive lineman Christian Wilkins
▪ The case for him: Wilkins was worthy of Pro Bowl honors last season after he led all defensive linemen in tackles. But he got caught in a logjam of All-Pro performances from many of his peers who had better sack numbers. In a contract year, Wilkins is showing there is no flaw in his game. He has already set a career high for sacks while remaining stout against the run.
Outside linebacker Bradley Chubb
▪ The case for him: In his first full year in Miami, Chubb has looked like the player the Dolphins expected when they gave up a first-round pick and lucrative extension at the trade deadline. Reunited with Fangio, Chubb is on pace for his greatest sack total since he recorded 12 as a rookie.
Safety Jevon Holland
▪ The case for him: Holland is another whose impact goes beyond the stat sheet. He’s widely referred to as the quarterback of the Dolphins’ defense, helping with communication and getting teammates lined up. His 99-yard pick-six against the New York Jets is the highlight of his season and he’s an ascending player who already has the respect of those around the league.
Also could be considered: Center Connor Williams, right guard Robert Hunt, wide receiver Jaylen Waddle, right tackle Austin Jackson, defensive lineman Zach Sieler, long snapper Blake Ferguson, return specialist Braxton Berrios, special teams ace Duke Riley.
