The NFL Awards ceremony is scheduled to occur Thursday night, coinciding with NFL Honors 2026 during Super Bowl week in Santa Clara. The event honors the league’s top players and coaches of the season, with the Most Valuable Player award receiving considerable attention.
Quarterbacks Matthew Stafford from the Los Angeles Rams and Drake Maye from the New England Patriots are seen as frontrunners alongside Josh Allen, Trevor Lawrence, and Christian McCaffrey.
The ceremony kicks off at 9:00 PM ET and will take place at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco. Actor Jon Hamm is set to host.
Organizers emphasize that NFL Honors will celebrate standout performances across various categories such as Defensive Player of the Year, Offensive Player of the Year, and Coach of the Year.
Among key nominees, Cleveland Browns star Myles Garrett stands out for his performance in the defensive category due to a record-setting season. Seattle Seahawks receiver Jaxon Smith Njigba is widely viewed as a leading contender on offense.
Rookie standouts and top assistants are also anticipated to receive honors during this annual league celebration.
NFL Honors precedes the Super Bowl, providing context for the championship matchup between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks.