Tom Brady at the 2005 NFL Pro Bowl

The Patiots are no strangers to the Pro Bowl. This year, six players were selected and two more were added as injury replacements. (Photo by Al Messerschmidt/Getty Images)

Tom Brady

Patritos Quarterback Tom Brady. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

Logan Mankins

Guard Logan Mankins was selected as a starter for his third career Pro Bowl, despite missing the first eight games of the season because of a contract dispute. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images)

Vince Wilfork

Nose Tackle Vince Wilfork was also selected as a starter in his third Pro Bowl. Wilfork finished the season with 57 tackles and two sacks. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Brandon Meriweather

Safety Brandon Meriweather (#31) is making his second straight Pro Bowl appearance. He had 68 tackles and three interceptions during the season. (Photo by Jim Rogash/Getty Images)

Jerod Mayo

Linebacker Jerod Mayo is making his Pro Bowl debut this year. He led the NFL with 175 tackles this season. (Photo by Jim Rogash/Getty Images)

Devin McCourty

Rookie corner Devin McCourty (#32) is also making his Pro Bowl debut. He turned heads with a very impressive rookie campaign, finishing with seven interceptions and two forced fumbles. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Wes Welker

Patriots Wide Receiver Wes Welker. (Photo by Jared Wickerham/Getty Images)

Matt Light

Offensive Tackle Matt Light was picked for his third Pro Bowl as an injury replacement for the Dolphins Jake Long. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)