On Wednesday it was announced that Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr would be headed to his first Pro Bowl, replacing Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Something that was huge news considering that Carr, a second-round pick in the 2014 NFL Draft, will be the first Raiders passer since Rich Gannon to play in the event.
Naturally the reaction to Carr making the Pro Bowl as an injury replacement came in fast yesterday, with many sending congratulations to the quarterback on Twitter. Carr’s teammates all lining up to share in the moment with their quarterback on Wednesday.
Following is the Twitter reaction to Carr making the 2016 Pro Bowl.