Robert Hunt, right guard for the Carolina Panthers, has been selected for the Pro Bowl, replacing Philadelphia Eagles' Landon Dickerson, who is preparing for the Super Bowl. This marks Hunt's first Pro Bowl selection after five seasons in the NFL, split between the Miami Dolphins and the Panthers. His role has been crucial in improving Carolina's offensive line, which significantly reduced the sack count on rookie quarterback Bryce Young from 62 to just 29 this season.

While Young's performance has improved, much of the credit goes to the offensive line's stronger pass protection and run-blocking skills, with Hunt leading the charge. He acknowledged the often-overlooked contributions of offensive linemen, expressing support for the idea of an Offensive Lineman of the Year award proposed by Dion Dawkins. Despite a dip in his Pro Football Focus grade, Hunt remains a pivotal player on the Panthers' line, showcasing his value with a better run-blocking score compared to his pass blocking.