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AP did not disclose the full awards ballots for 2025 - 2026-02-06T01:50:36-05:00
Last year, the Associated Press did not inform the panel of 50 voters that the full award ballots would be released.

Jon Gruden contends the damages in his lawsuit against the NFL "total well over" $150 million - 2026-02-06T01:12:07-05:00
New court filing sheds considerable light on Gruden's four-year-old civil action.

Matthew Stafford says he'll be back in 2026 for 18th season - 2026-02-05T23:39:49-05:00
Earlier this week, Rams head coach Sean McVay and Rams General Manager Les Snead each said that the organization would give quarterback Matthew Stafford time to decide if he would like to return for an 18th season.

Walter Payton Man of the Year: Bobby Wagner - 2026-02-05T23:07:12-05:00
The Commanders linebacker was a finalist for the NFL's highest honor for the fourth time.

MVP: Matthew Stafford - 2026-02-05T22:47:41-05:00
The Rams quarterback won the award for the first time in his 17-year career.

Offensive Player of the Year: Jaxon Smith-Njigba - 2026-02-05T22:40:21-05:00
The Seahawks wide receiver led the NFL with 1,793 receiving yards, the eighth-highest single-season total in NFL history.

Defensive Rookie of the Year: Carson Schwesinger - 2026-02-05T22:33:35-05:00
The Browns linebacker led all NFL rookies in total tackles and tackles for loss.

Pro Football Hall of Fame: Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald among five in Class of 2026 - 2026-02-05T22:10:15-05:00
Running back Roger Craig, linebacker Luke Kuechly and kicker Adam Vinatieri also were elected.

Charles Woodson chose his liquor brand over buying a piece of the Browns - 2026-02-05T22:02:38-05:00
Charles Woodson has decided to keep his name on the brand of liquor that he would have needed to drink on most Sundays, if he had become an owner of the Browns.

Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award: Budda Baker - 2026-02-05T22:02:20-05:00
Cardinals safety Budda Baker won the 2025 Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award, which was announced during NFL Honors on Thursday night.

Coach of the Year: Mike Vrabel - 2026-02-05T21:48:59-05:00
The Patriots coach won the award in 2021 with the Titans.

Comeback Player of the Year: Christian McCaffrey - 2026-02-05T21:42:51-05:00
The 49ers running back returned from multiple injuries in 2024 to total 2,126 yards from scrimmage in 2025.

Protector of the Year: Joe Thuney - 2026-02-05T21:38:24-05:00
Bears left guard Joe Thuney won the inaugural Protector of the Year award at NFL Honors.

Offensive Rookie of the Year: Tetairoa McMillan - 2026-02-05T21:26:17-05:00
The Panthers receiver received 41 of 50 first-place votes.

Defensive Player of the Year: Myles Garrett - 2026-02-05T21:19:49-05:00
The Browns edge rusher, who last won the award in 2023, received all 50 first-place votes.

Drake Maye remained a full practice participant Thursday - 2026-02-05T21:02:48-05:00
Patriots quarterback Drake Maye remained a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Christian McCaffrey on 49ers-Rams in Melbourne: Australia might be too far - 2026-02-05T20:46:15-05:00
The NFL announced today that the 49ers and Rams will play in Melbourne, Australia, during the 2026 season, and 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey isn't sure that's such a good idea.

Assistant Coach of the Year: Josh McDaniels - 2026-02-05T20:40:04-05:00
McDaniels won the award over Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph.

Nick Emmanwori did not practice, but Sam Darnold was full participant - 2026-02-05T20:09:32-05:00
Emmanwori injured his ankle in Wednesday's practice, while Darnold hurt his oblique Jan. 15.

Kirk Cousins keeping "an open mind" about 2026 season - 2026-02-05T19:52:31-05:00
Kirk Cousins is ready for anything this offseason.

NFL quickly changes its tune on prediction markets - 2026-02-05T19:36:50-05:00
The NFL hated legalized gambling, until it didn't.

Cowboys to play in Rio de Janeiro in 2026 - 2026-02-05T19:16:41-05:00
The NFL announced that the Cowboys will be part of the first regular season game in Rio.

Fred Warner on new DC Raheem Morris: Have to welcome changes or get left behind - 2026-02-05T18:50:49-05:00
49ers linebacker Fred Warner tried to make it back from his Week 6 ankle injury before the end of the 49ers' season, but ran out of time when the team lost to the Seahawks in the divisional round.

Cardinals to hire Matt Merritt as running backs coach - 2026-02-05T17:43:39-05:00
Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur has filled another spot on his coaching staff.

The four people who have attended all 59 Super Bowls will be back for No. 60 on Sunday - 2026-02-05T17:28:28-05:00
Four people have attended all 59 Super Bowls, and all four of them are in San Francisco to attend Super Bowl LX on Sunday.

Bad Bunny: "I know the world is going to be happy this Sunday" - 2026-02-05T17:15:40-05:00
There was no controversy during Bad Bunny's Thursday media session as the Puerto Rican artist gets set to perform the halftime show of Super Bowl LX.

Lions promote Steve Oliver to tight ends coach - 2026-02-05T17:08:04-05:00
The Lions have promoted assistant offensive line coach Steve Oliver to tight ends coach, Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports.

Jordan Mailata "heartbroken" about Jeff Stoutland leaving the Eagles - 2026-02-05T16:54:46-05:00
One of Jeff Stoutland's biggest successes as the offensive line coach of the Eagles was the development of left tackle Jordan Mailata.

Joe Flacco: We signed up to get hurt, guys in my generation benefit from having that mindset - 2026-02-05T16:48:20-05:00
Joe Flacco has been around the league for a long time.

Mike Macdonald says emphasizing the fundamentals of tackling is key to Seahawks' success - 2026-02-05T16:04:19-05:00
Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald says his team's success on defense stems from hard work at the most fundamental part of playing defense: Making tackles.