Chiefs Center Creed Humphrey Earns First Pro Bowl Selection

Despite a disappointing 6-11 season, the 26-year-old remains a cornerstone of Kansas City's offensive line.

Jan. 31, 2026 at 9:47am

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The Kansas City Chiefs announced that center Creed Humphrey has been selected to his first Pro Bowl roster, marking a bright spot in an otherwise challenging 2025 season for the franchise. Humphrey, a second-round pick in 2021, has started every game since his rookie year and earned First-Team All-Pro honors for the second straight season. He is also a finalist for the NFL's inaugural Protector of the Year Award, recognizing elite offensive linemen.

Why it matters

Despite the Chiefs' 6-11 record and failure to make the playoffs for the first time in over a decade, Humphrey's continued excellence on the offensive line has been a consistent bright spot. As the team looks to rebound in 2026, the 26-year-old Humphrey will remain a crucial cornerstone of their offensive identity.

The details

Humphrey, who was drafted by the Chiefs in the second round in 2021, has started every regular-season game since his rookie year. In 2025, he continued to anchor one of the league's most respected offensive lines, earning First-Team All-Pro honors for the second straight season. Humphrey's consistent play and durability have made him a vital part of the Chiefs' offense, even as the team struggled with injuries and inconsistency around him.

  • The Chiefs announced Humphrey's Pro Bowl selection on Saturday, January 31, 2026.
  • Humphrey is a finalist for the NFL's inaugural Protector of the Year Award.

The players

Creed Humphrey

A 26-year-old center for the Kansas City Chiefs, Humphrey has started every game since being drafted in the second round in 2021. He has earned First-Team All-Pro honors for the past two seasons and is a finalist for the NFL's inaugural Protector of the Year Award.

Patrick Mahomes

The Chiefs' starting quarterback, who missed significant time in 2025 due to a torn ACL and LCL.

Chris Jones

A defensive tackle for the Kansas City Chiefs who was also selected to the 2026 Pro Bowl roster.

Travis Kelce

A tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs who was also selected to the 2026 Pro Bowl roster.

Trey Smith

A guard for the Kansas City Chiefs who was also selected to the 2026 Pro Bowl roster.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

The Chiefs will look to Humphrey to continue anchoring their offensive line as they aim to rebound in the 2026 season and return to the playoffs.

The takeaway

Creed Humphrey's continued excellence on the offensive line has been a bright spot for the Chiefs during a challenging 2025 season. As the team looks to bounce back, the 26-year-old center will remain a crucial cornerstone of their offensive identity.