The honors and snubs of the latest NFL All-Pro selections have been set in stone. While some Cincinnati Bengals have every reason to celebrate, one exceptionally high-performing teammate has been left out in the cold. WDNT said wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase and defensive end Trey Hendrickson secured their spots on the Associated Press's NFL All-Pro team for the 2024 season. However, despite boasting league-leading stats in passing yards and touchdowns, the Bengals' quarterback, Joe Burrow, did not receive the nod for first or second-team honors.
Chase, marking his first time as a first-team All-Pro selection, previously earned second-team All-Pro accolades in his initial season. Not to be outdone, Hendrickson led the NFL with a formidable 17.5 sacks over the year, indisputably asserting his value by edging out prominent players like T.J. Watt. "That's such a privilege and an honor," Hendrickson said during a release by the NFL, a statement obtained by WCPO.
Yet, amid the fanfare surrounding this recognition, Burrow's absence from the celebrated roster stands out as a glaring puzzle. Despite delivering an MVP-caliber performance throughout the season, his contribution seemingly fell short in the eyes of the voters, with a paltry count of two votes out of a possible fifty for the first-team allotment. Lamar Jackson of the Baltimore Ravens took home the majority with 30 votes, trailed by the Buffalo Bills' Josh Allen, who clinched 18, as reported by FOX19.
For his part, Hendrickson remains a study of humility and perseverance. In a reflection, he attributed his success to faith and endurance. "So many people to thank," he said. "My wife has been so supportive every step of the way. Galatians 6:9 says ‘In proper time you’ll reap the harvest.’ There’s no greater verse for me because it was a grind for my whole NFL career. It’s truly a blessing and an honor and I’m incredibly honored, Hendrickson told FOX19. Amid the celebrations and critiques, Chase and Hendrickson now stand among the elite in their respective positions. As for Burrow, he might have to let his on-field prowess in the upcoming seasons do the talking, inching closer to an All-Pro recognition that, based on this year's numbers, some might argue is overdue.
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