Atlanta Pro Bowl Selections: Turner and White Punch Tickets, Abraham Left out

The NFL announced its Pro Bowl teams on Tuesday and two deserving Atlanta Falcons are on the squad. But one is missing. The Falcons have gotten contributions from a cast of characters this season, from injury-riddled receivers to career backups and rookies. Everyone has played a role. But wide receiver Roddy White , the league’s second leading receiver with 1,310 yards and running back Michael Turner , the league’s second leading rusher with 1,421 yards have played the biggest roles in the emergence of the Atlanta offense this season. Both were rewarded with the first Pro Bowl selections of their respective careers. However, defensive end John Abraham , he of the 15.5 sacks—many which were timely and game-changing, was a notable NFC snub. Spare the Rod, spoil the receiver White, after being drafted in the first-round in 2005, was expected to combine with electrifying quarterback Michael Vick to continue the progression of the Falcons’ offense. The ... (link)