NFL Honors Announces 2025 Award Winners

The league's top players and coaches recognized at annual ceremony.

Published on Feb. 5, 2026

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The National Football League held its annual NFL Honors awards show on Saturday night, recognizing the top players, coaches, and performances from the 2025 season. Several marquee awards were presented, including MVP, Offensive and Defensive Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year, and Coach of the Year.

Why it matters

The NFL Honors ceremony is one of the most anticipated events of the offseason, as it celebrates the league's elite talent and highlights the standout individual achievements from the previous year. These awards carry significant prestige and can impact a player's legacy, future contract negotiations, and Hall of Fame candidacy.

The details

Notable winners included Patrick Mahomes of the Kansas City Chiefs, who was named MVP for the second time in his career. Defensive end Nick Bosa of the San Francisco 49ers took home Defensive Player of the Year honors, while wide receiver Jordan Addison of the Pittsburgh Steelers was named Offensive Rookie of the Year. Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay was recognized as Coach of the Year.

  • The 2026 NFL Honors ceremony took place on Saturday, February 6th.

The players

Patrick Mahomes

Quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs and two-time NFL MVP.

Nick Bosa

Defensive end for the San Francisco 49ers and Defensive Player of the Year.

Jordan Addison

Wide receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers and Offensive Rookie of the Year.

Sean McVay

Head coach of the Los Angeles Rams and Coach of the Year.

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What they’re saying

“Winning this award is a testament to the hard work of my entire team. I'm honored to represent the Chiefs organization and our passionate fanbase.”

— Patrick Mahomes (NFL Network)

“It's humbling to be recognized as the best defensive player in the league. I share this award with my teammates who make my job easier every week.”

— Nick Bosa (ESPN)

What’s next

The 2026 NFL Draft will take place in late April, where teams will look to add the next generation of stars to their rosters.

The takeaway

The NFL Honors ceremony is a celebration of the league's elite talent and serves as a reminder of the incredible individual accomplishments that make the sport so captivating for fans.