The 49ers announced their Pro Bowlers today, 8 of them. Alex Smith did not get in, but it was a nice try by Jim Harbaugh to put his name forward. Here is the press release from the 49ers detailing Pro Bowl selections:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 27, 2011

EIGHT 49ERS NAMED TO 2012 PRO BOWL

 Ten Players Selected As Alternates

San Francisco 49ers kicker David Akers, safety Dashon Goldson, running back Frank Gore, punter Andy Lee, cornerback Carlos Rogers, defensive tackle Justin Smith, tackle Joe Staley and inside linebacker Patrick Willis have been selected to participate in the 2012 Pro Bowl. Rogers, Smith, Staley and Willis were named starters on this year’s NFC squad.

 The following players were selected as alternates for the NFC Pro Bowl squad: linebacker NaVorro Bowman, linebacker Ahmad Brooks, special teamer Blake Costanzo, tight end Vernon Davis, return specialist Ted Ginn Jr., center Jonathan Goodwin, guard Mike Iupati, defensive tackle Ray McDonald, fullback Bruce Miller and safety Donte Whitner.