NFL Honors awards 2026; where to watch, time, channel, streaming

The annual NFL Honors awards show takes place tonight, February 5, 2026, at 9 p.m. ET, just before Super Bowl 60. The ceremony, held at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco, will recognise the league’s top players and achievements from the 2025-2026 season, including the announcement of the AP Most Valuable Player.

A Night of Recognition

Among the awards to be presented are AP Coach of the Year, AP Comeback Player of the Year and the prestigious Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award. Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is a nominee for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award. The event will also reveal the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026.

Did You Know? The NFL Honors ceremony will be broadcast on NBC and NFL Network.

How to Watch

Fans can watch the NFL Honors ceremony on NBC, NFL Network, Peacock, and NBC Sports. Streaming options are also available through NFL+, with apps accessible on both the Apple App Store and Google Play. A free trial is available through Fubo.

Hall of Fame Announcements

The 2026 Hall of Fame class will be announced during the ceremony. While voting is typically confidential, it has been reported that Bill Belichick will not be a first-ballot Hall of Famer. The finalists include Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald, Frank Gore, Jason Witten, Willie Anderson, Torry Holt, Luke Kuechly, Adam Vinateri, Kevin Williams, Jahri Evans, Eli Manning, Terrell Suggs, Reggie Wayne, Darren Woodson, Marshal Yanda, Robert Kraft, Ken Anderson, Roger Craig, and L.C. Greenwood.

Expert Insight: The NFL Honors represent a significant moment for the league, celebrating not only athletic achievement but also character and community impact through awards like the Walter Payton Man of the Year.

Past MVP Honors

Josh Allen was named the 2024 NFL MVP. He bested finalists Lamar Jackson, Joe Burrow, Jared Goff, and Saquon Barkley for the honour. DraftKings currently lists odds for the 2025 NFL MVP award finalists.

Event Details

The two-hour ceremony is hosted by Jon Hamm, an avid sports fan who previously narrated the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl walkout. Performances will be provided by WWE star Seth Rollins, comedian Tracy Morgan, Tiffany Haddish, comedian Druski, Madelyn Cline, E-40, and Too Short.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time does NFL Honors start?

The NFL Honors ceremony starts at 9 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 5, 2026.

Where is NFL Honors being held?

NFL Honors is being held at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco, California.

Who is hosting the 2026 NFL Honors?

Jon Hamm is hosting the 2026 NFL Honors ceremony.

With so many accolades to be awarded, what accomplishment from the past NFL season do you find most inspiring?