Former North Carolina standout defensive end Julius Peppers has been named to the 2016 NFL Pro Bowl for the ninth time in his 14-year career.

Playing at linebacker this year, Peppers had a resurgent season for the Green Bay Packers, recording 10.5 sacks and two forced fumbles.

It was the highest number of sacks in a season for Peppers since 2012-2013, when he had 11.5.

The Pro Bowl selections were split into two teams, captained by Hall-of-Fame wide receivers Jerry Rice and Michael Irvin.

Peppers was selected to team Irvin and will start at linebacker next to his Packers teammate Clay Matthews.

In total, 23 players from ACC schools were named to the Pro Bowl this year, and 14 will participate.

Kickoff is on Sunday at 7 p.m.