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NFL cancels Pro Bowl in Las Vegas due to COVID-19 pandemic

The NFL has canceled next January's Pro Bowl scheduled for Las Vegas.
Jan 28, 2018; Orlando, FL, USA; NFC quarterback Russell Wilson of the Seattle Seahawks (3) throws a pass against the AFC during the 2018 NFL Pro Bowl at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

NEW YORK (AP) — The NFL has canceled next January's Pro Bowl scheduled for Las Vegas.

During an owners meeting held virtually on Wednesday, the league opted to call off the all-star game, hoping to replace it with a variety of virtual activities. 

The NFL needs flexibility in January in case it needs to move regular-season games to that month because of the coronavirus pandemic. 

If the game is held in 2022, it will be at the new Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.

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