Roethlisberger snubbed for Pro Bowl

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Pittsburgh quarterback Ben Roethlisberger missed out as six of his Steelers team-mates were named to the NFL's annual all-star Pro Bowl on Wednesday.

The rookie quarterback is unbeaten in 12 starts and could lead Pittsburgh to a Super Bowl crown.

But he was surprisingly overlooked in the AFC squad for the trip to Hawaii in February.

Philadelphia led the way in the NFC, with nine of their roster earning a call-up, including QB Donovan McNabb and injured receiver Terrell Owens - both selected for the fifth time.

Indianapolis Colts QB Peyton Manning, who is one touchdown pass away from tying Dan Marino's one-season record of 48 touchdown passes, got his fifth selection as well.

Starting teams for the showcase event are expected to be named on 8 January, ahead of the 13 February Pro Bowl.

PRO BOWL SQUADS:

AFC offence:

Wide receivers: Marvin Harrison (Indianapolis), Andre Johnson (Houston), Chad Johnson (Cincinnati) Hines Ward (Pittsburgh)
Tackles: Willie Anderson (Cincinnati), Jonathan Ogden (Baltimore), Willie Roaf (Kansas City)
Guards: Alan Faneca (Pittsburgh), Will Shields (Kansas City), Brian Waters (Kansas City)
Centres: Jeff Hartings (Pittsburgh), Kevin Mawae (New York Jets)
Tight ends: Tony Gonzalez (Kansas City), Antonio Gates (San Diego)
Quarterbacks: Tom Brady (New England), Drew Brees (San Diego), Peyton Manning (Indianapolis)
Running backs: Edgerrin James (Indianapolis), Curtis Martin (New York Jets), LaDainian Tomlinson (San Diego)
Full-back: Tony Richardson (Kansas City)

AFC defence:

Ends: John Abraham (New York Jets), Dwight Freeney (Indianapolis), Jason Taylor (Miami)
Interior linemen: Sam Adams (Buffalo), Richard Seymour (New England), Marcus Stroud (Jacksonville)
Outside linebackers: Joey Porter (Pittsburgh), Takeo Spikes (Buffalo), Terrell Suggs (Baltimore)
Inside linebackers: James Farrior (Pittsburgh), Ray Lewis (Baltimore)
Cornerbacks: Champ Bailey (Denver), Tory James (Cincinnati), Chris McAlister (Baltimore)
Strong safety: Troy Polamulu (Pittsburgh), Ed Reed (Baltimore)
Free safety: John Lynch (Denver)

AFC special teams:

Punter: Shane Lechler (Oakland)
Placekicker: Adam Vinatieri (New England)
Kick return: Terrence McGee (Buffalo)
Special teamer: Larry Izzo (New England)

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NFC offence:

Wide receivers: Joe Horn (New Orleans), Muhsin Muhammad (Carolina), Terrell Owens (Philadelphia), Javon Walker (Green Bay)
Tackles: Orlando Pace (St Louis), Walter Jones (Seattle), Tra Thomas (Philadelphia)
Guards: Larry Allen (Dallas), Marco Rivera (Green Bay), Steve Hutchinson (Seattle)
Centres: Olin Kreutz (Chicago), Matt Birk (Minnesota)
Tight ends: Alge Crumpler (Atlanta), Jason Witten (Dallas)
Quarterbacks: Daunte Culpepper (Minnesota), Donovan McNabb (Philadelphia), Michael Vick (Atlanta)
Running backs: Ahman Green (Green Bay), Tiki Barber (New York Giants), Shaun Alexander (Seattle)
Full-back: William Henderson (Green Bay)

NFC defence:

Ends: Bertrand Berry (Arizona), Patrick Kerney (Atlanta), Julius Peppers (Carolina)
Interior linemen: La'Roi Glover (Dallas), Shaun Rogers (Detroit), Kevin Williams (Minnesota)
Outside linebackers: Keith Brooking (Atlanta), Derrick Brooks (Tampa Bay), Marcus Washington (Washington)
Inside linebackers: Dan Morgan (Carolina), Jeremiah Trotter (Philadelphia)
Cornerbacks: Ronde Barber (Tampa Bay), Dre' Bly (Detroit), Lito Sheppard (Philadelphia)
Strong safety: Michael Lewis (Philadelphia)
Free safety: Brian Dawkins (Philadelphia), Roy Williams (Dallas)

NFC special teams:

Punter: Mitch Berger (New Orleans)
Placekicker: David Akers (Philadelphia)
Kick return: Eddie Drummond (Detroit)
Special teamer: Ike Reese (Philadelphia)