Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford has been selected to the first-team Associated Press All-Pro team for the 2025 NFL season, marking the first such honor in his career at age 37. He edged out New England Patriots rookie Drake Maye by 13 first-place votes from a panel of 50 media members. The selections highlight standout performances across offense, defense, and special teams following the regular season.
The Associated Press announced the 2025 NFL All-Pro teams on January 10, 2026, recognizing the league's top performers based on votes from a national panel of 50 media members. Stafford's selection comes after a tremendous regular season, positioning him as a contender for his first MVP award. "Stafford earned first-team honors for the first time at 37," noted CBS Sports coverage.
On offense, the first team features running back Bijan Robinson of the Atlanta Falcons, fullback Kyle Juszczyk of the San Francisco 49ers, and wide receivers Puka Nacua (Rams), Jaxon Smith-Njigba (Seattle Seahawks), and Ja'Marr Chase (Cincinnati Bengals), all unanimous picks. Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride, who set a single-season record with 126 receptions, received 49 of 50 first-place votes. Christian McCaffrey earned all-purpose honors with the 49ers. The offensive line includes left tackle Garett Bolles (Denver Broncos), left guard Joe Thuney (Chicago Bears), center Creed Humphrey (Kansas City Chiefs), right guard Quinn Meinerz (Broncos), and right tackle Penei Sewell (Detroit Lions).
Defensively, Cleveland Browns edge rusher Myles Garrett secured his fifth All-Pro nod after breaking the single-season sack record with 23. Other first-team edge rushers are Will Anderson Jr. (Houston Texans) and Micah Parsons (Green Bay Packers). Interior linemen include Jeffery Simmons (Tennessee Titans) and Zach Allen (Broncos). Linebackers are Jack Campbell (Lions) and Jordyn Brooks (Miami Dolphins). Cornerbacks Derek Stingley Jr. (Texans) and Quinyon Mitchell (Philadelphia Eagles) made the cut, alongside slot corner Cooper DeJean (Eagles). Safeties are Kyle Hamilton (Baltimore Ravens) and Kevin Byard (Bears).
Special teams honors went to placekicker Will Reichard (Minnesota Vikings), punter Jordan Stout (Ravens), kick returner Ray Davis (Buffalo Bills), punt returner Chimere Dike (Titans), special teamer Devon Key (Broncos), and long snapper Ross Matiscik (Jacksonville Jaguars). The second team includes quarterback Drake Maye, running back James Cook (Bills), and others like tight end Kyle Pitts (Falcons) and right tackle Darnell Wright (Bears).
Chicago Bears players Joe Thuney and Kevin Byard earned first-team spots, while Darnell Wright made second team. Buffalo's James Cook was second-team running back, and Ray Davis first-team kick returner. These selections underscore key contributions that propelled teams into the playoffs.
