Tug-of-war added to Pro Bowl Games skills event

Field Level Media|published: Thu 21st December, 11:31 2023

Feb 5, 2023; Paradise, Nevada, USA; AFC receiver Stefon Diggs of the Buffalo Bills (14) carries the ball against NFC strong safety Budda Baker of the Arizona Cardinals (3) and linebacker Demario Davis of the New Orleans Saints (56) during the Pro Bowl Games at Allegiant Stadium. credits: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

The tug-of-war will make its debut in the 2024 Pro Bowl Games skills competitions, the NFL announced.

The Pro Bowl Skills Show will take place in the Nicholson Fieldhouse at UCF in Orlando, Fla.

Teams of five players representing both the AFC and NFC will compete in a best-of-three format. This league's intent is likely to capture the attention of the offensive linemen, who may not be as willing to participate in the flag-football competition.

The tug-of-war will join "Madden NFL" head-to-head, gridiron gauntlet and move the chains events (offensive, defensive linemen strength and speed competition) is slated for Feb. 4.

Precision passing, best catch, closest to the pin, high stakes, dodgeball and a kick-tac-toe kicking competition are scheduled for Feb. 1.

—Field Level Media