In celebration of Black History Month, Nickelodeon will debut NFL Slimetime Presents Nickelodeon’s Game Changers, a brand-new special for kids and families that chronicles the journey and triumphs of contemporary Black quarterbacks in the National Football League. Hosted by Young Dylan, (NFL Slimetime, Tyler Perry’s Young Dylan), the half-hour special will explore their profound impact on the game, their communities, and the broader narrative of race and leadership in professional football. NFL Slimetime Presents Nickelodeon’s Game Changers will debut on Wednesday, February 26, @ 8:00PM (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon, and be available to stream on Paramount+ and the Nickelodeon YouTube channel the next day.
NFL Slimetime Presents Nickelodeon’s Game Changers will highlight the personal stories of iconic athletes, including: Patrick Mahomes, Lamar Jackson, Jalen Hurts, and Jayden Daniels, along with legendary quarterbacks Doug Williams and Randall Cunningham. Through exclusive interviews, archival footage, and behind-the-scenes moments, the show will celebrate the cultural icons writing living history and will honor the trailblazers who have paved the way for future generations. Excerpts of NFL Slimetime Presents Nickelodeon’s Game Changers will also be programmed across select Nickelodeon and NFL social accounts.
Leading into the special, Nickelodeon will premiere a brand-new episode of Tyler Perry’s Young Dylan titled “Red Tails,” on Wednesday, February 26, @ 7:30PM (ET/PT). In this episode, Dylan overcomes his fear of flying with inspiration from the Tuskegee Airmen and a dream, ultimately leading his family on an exciting plane trip.
The Sports Emmy Award®-nominated weekly NFL series, NFL Slimetime, will debut the final episode of its fourth season on Wednesday, February 12, @ 7:30PM (ET/PT), and be available to stream the next day on Paramount+, with a recap of Super Bowl LIX™–complete with Slimelights, post-game interviews on the field and the awarding of the Super Bowl LIX™ NVP. Hosted by CBS analyst and former NFL standout Nate Burleson and Nick star Young Dylan (Dylan Gilmer, Tyler Perry’s Young Dylan), NFL Slimetime features Nick-ified highlights, expert advice, and special guest appearances for kids and families to enjoy together. During the off-season, NFL Slimetime will continue to invite football fans of all ages to experience the fun of the sport through original digital content.
NFL Slimetime Presents Nickelodeon’s Game Changers is produced by Nickelodeon in association with the NFL. Production for Nickelodeon is overseen by Ashley Kaplan, Executive Vice President, of Nickelodeon Unscripted & Digital Studio; Paul J Medford, Vice President of Unscripted Current Series; Luke Wahl, Vice President of Unscripted Creative; and Jana Blumenthal, Vice President of Production.
NFL Slimetime is executive produced by Ashley Kaplan, Luke Wahl, Paul J Medford, and Jana Blumenthal. CBS Sports’ Shawn Robbins serves as executive producer and showrunner. Production for Nickelodeon is overseen by Ashley Kaplan, Executive Vice President, Nickelodeon Unscripted & Digital Studio.
Tyler Perry’s Young Dylan series is created and executive produced by Tyler Perry. Production for Nickelodeon is overseen by Shauna Phelan, Executive Vice President and Head, Live-Action Series, Films & Talent, Nickelodeon & Awesomeness TV. Brian Banks, Vice President, Live-Action, Current Series, Nickelodeon & Awesomeness TV, serves as Nickelodeon’s executive in charge for the series.
