Andy Dalton to Replace Aaron Rodgers in 2015 NFL Pro Bowl

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton has been added to the 2015 Pro Bowl. He will replace Aaron Rodgers of the Green Bay Packers, who became the latest player to drop out as part of the annual roster shuffle.

The Bengals confirmed his selection:

Michael Schottey of Bleacher Report weighed in on the news of Dalton's inclusion in the game:

Adam Schefter of ESPN noted Rodgers' decision to remove himself from the game. He dealt with a calf injury that was often noticeable during the Packers' playoff run:

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Torrey Smith revealed that Joe Flacco had turned down the chance to fill the roster spot due to having a child on the way:

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I'm just going to assume Joe didn't want to go to the Pro Bowl...yup that's what I'm going to do

— Torrey Smith (@TorreySmithWR) January 20, 2015"

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Well the baby is due soon so that's possible

— Torrey Smith (@TorreySmithWR) January 20, 2015"

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Ok it is because of the baby....so calm down folks haha

— Torrey Smith (@TorreySmithWR) January 20, 2015"

Pro Football Talk revealed that Dalton was the seventh alternate for the open slot.

Dalton joins a quarterback roster that includes Drew Brees, Andrew Luck, Tony Romo, Matt Ryan and Matthew Stafford—at least for now. At this stage of the process, a day seemingly doesn't go by without somebody pulling out of the game.

He led the Bengals to a 10-5-1 record and a playoff appearance. His numbers certainly don't place him among the game's best for 2014, though. He had just 19 passing touchdowns to go along with 17 interceptions during the regular season.

His Total QBR checked in at 55.2 (via ESPN.com). That ranked him 19th among 30 qualifying quarterbacks, yet he's going to the Pro Bowl anyway.