Live Updates: 2026 NFL Honors Unveil MVP and Award Winners
The NFL Honors will take place on February 5, 2026, at 9 p.m. ET in San Francisco. This annual event celebrates the league’s most outstanding performers from the previous season. Awards are set to be revealed for various categories, including the coveted Most Valuable Player (MVP), Coach of the Year, and Comeback Player of the Year, among others.
Key Highlights from the 2025 NFL Season
- MVP Race: The league’s MVP will be announced, with top candidates expected to be discussed.
- Coach of the Year: Mike Vrabel of the New England Patriots won this award after leading his team to a record-tying 10-win improvement.
- Comeback Player of the Year: Christian McCaffrey of the San Francisco 49ers clinched this title with an impressive performance following an injury-hit 2024 season.
- Defensive Player of the Year: Myles Garrett from the Cleveland Browns unanimously won, setting a new single-season sack record.
Awards Overview
The NFL Honors will also feature several awards that recognize exceptional performances. Here are some notable categories:
- Most Valuable Player: To be announced during the ceremony.
- Coach of the Year: Mike Vrabel received 19 first-place votes, beating out Liam Coen and Mike Macdonald.
- Comeback Player of the Year: Christian McCaffrey secured this honor with 31 first-place votes.
- Defensive Player of the Year: Myles Garrett won unanimously, achieving 23 sacks this season.
- Offensive Rookie of the Year: Tetairoa McMillan of the Carolina Panthers earned this award with 41 first-place votes.
Notable Figures and Nominees
- Mike Vrabel (Patriots): NFL Coach of the Year
- Christian McCaffrey (49ers): Comeback Player of the Year
- Myles Garrett (Browns): Defensive Player of the Year
- Tetairoa McMillan (Panthers): Offensive Rookie of the Year
Looking Forward to the Gala
Hosted by Jon Hamm, the NFL Honors will be broadcast on NBC and NFL Network, as well as online streaming platforms like Peacock and NFL+. Fans should expect an exciting evening filled with recognition of the season’s best performances.
