Both legends and active players filled out downtown San Francisco for the 2026 Pro Bowl Games.
The San Francisco 49ers were front and center Tuesday night as the Pro Bowl Games delivered a high-energy flag football showcase in downtown San Francisco.
Held at Moscone Center during Super Bowl week for the first time, the event blended star power, nostalgia, and competition and the 49ers’ imprint was felt at every level.
Team NFC authored a statement victory, storming back in the second half to defeat Team AFC, 66-52.
After falling behind by 18 points in the second quarter and heading into halftime down 44-36, the NFC flipped the script by outscoring the AFC 30-8 after the break.
For 49ers fans, the night carried extra meaning with Jerry Rice serving as head coach of the NFC and Steve Young guiding the AFC.
Two of the most celebrated players in franchise history once again shared the spotlight, this time with clipboards instead of helmets.
When the final whistle blew, it was Rice’s squad that stood on top, adding another chapter to the legends’ long-standing impact on the league.
On the field, San Francisco was well represented. Fullback Kyle Juszczyk, running back Christian McCaffrey, tackle Trent Williams, linebacker Luke Gifford (special teams), and long snapper Jon Weeks all participated in the flag football matchup.
Tight end George Kittle was also named a Pro Bowler but did not play due to injury.
McCaffrey delivered some of the night’s biggest moments, flashing the versatility that has defined his career.
He converted a key two-point attempt in the second quarter and later hauled in another two-point conversion from Hurts.
Just before halftime, Dak Prescott connected with Lamb for a touchdown, then immediately found McCaffrey over the middle for another successful conversion, keeping the NFC within striking distance.
“It was a blast,” McCaffrey said. “Such a great week, great way to cap it off. Everybody was kind of feeling it out in the first quarter, and you love when you get the competitive juices going.”
Juszczyk’s appearance marked his 10th straight Pro Bowl selection and ninth consecutive as a 49er, extending his NFL record for most Pro Bowls by a fullback.
Williams added another milestone with his 12th career Pro Bowl nod, placing him among an elite group of offensive linemen in league history.
Gifford earned his first Pro Bowl recognition after a standout season on special teams, while Weeks was selected for just the second time in his 16-year career, continuing to serve as a steady veteran presence.
From franchise legends on the sidelines to current stars on the field, the Pro Bowl Games felt like a celebration of the 49ers’ past, present, and lasting influence on the NFL.