Jon Hamm to Host NFL Honors Presented by Invisalign

Jon Hamm, one of Hollywood’s most talented and versatile actors, will host the 15th annual NFL Honors presented by Invisalign, an Align Technology brand, on Thursday, February 5, at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco. The primetime awards special recognizing the standout performances and achievements on and off the field from the 2025 season will air live @ 9PM ET / 8PM CT on NBC and NFL Network, with streaming available on Peacock and NFL+.

Prior to the award presentations, the NFL Honors Red Carpet Show presented by Invisalign will air @ 8PM ET on NFL Network leading up to NFL Honors. Local blackout restrictions may apply. The NFL Honors program will not air live in all time zones.

“Week after week, the NFL delivers performances that remind you why this game means so much to so many people,” said Hamm. “I’m honored to host an evening that celebrates the players, their immense talents and the unforgettable moments that defined this season.”

Hamm has earned numerous accolades for his nuanced portrayal of the high-powered advertising executive Don Draper on AMC’s award-winning drama series Mad Men, including an Emmy Award in 2015 for Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series, Golden Globe Awards in 2008 and 2016, Television Critics Association Awards in 2011 and 2015, a Critics’ Choice Television Award in 2011, as well as multiple Screen Actors Guild nominations. He has since built a body of work spanning television, streaming, animation, and film as an actor and executive producer.

Hamm will return as executive producer and star of the Apple TV series Your Friends and Neighbors, set to premiere in April 2026. Also upcoming, Hamm will lead the highly anticipated live-action television series adaptation of the psychological thriller podcast, American Hostage, for MGM+, and he will be featured in the upcoming animated Pixar film, Hoppers, which will be released in March 2026.

“We’re thrilled to have Jon Hamm host NFL Honors, as we mark the show’s 15th year,” said Angela Ellis, NFL vice president of original content & entertainment. “His impressive acting career, passionate football fandom and overall charisma will create an unforgettable night that celebrates the very best of the league, from the performances on the field to the people and stories that define the season.”

NFL Honors debuted in 2012 and includes the announcement of the Associated Press’ annual accolades, the prestigious Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year presented by Nationwide, and the newest Pro Football Hall of Fame Class presented by Novartis in the week leading up to Super Bowl Sunday.

The NFL is debuting a new Protector of the Year Award to honor the league’s best offensive lineman in 2025, which will be presented annually at NFL Honors. It is intended to spotlight an overlooked, yet essential role in the sport – the offensive linemen responsible for protecting the quarterback and blocking defenders. Top tackles, guards and centers will be considered for the award that was championed by Buffalo Bills tackle Dion Dawkins. The winner will be selected by a panel of former offensive linemen including LeCharles Bentley, Jason Kelce, Shaun O’Hara, Orlando Pace, Will Shields and Andrew Whitworth. The award is the only on-field award decided by Legends that played the position. The panel will select the recipient based on criteria including skills metrics, impact, leadership, durability and strength of the opponent.

The awards announced at NFL Honors presented by Invisalign include:

AP Most Valuable Player presented by Invisalign

AP Coach of the Year

AP Comeback Player of the Year

AP Offensive Player of the Year presented by Microsoft Surface

AP Defensive Player of the Year presented by TCL

AP Offensive Rookie of the Year presented by EA SPORTS Madden NFL

AP Defensive Rookie of the Year presented by EA SPORTS Madden NFL

Protector of the Year Award

Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year presented by Nationwide

Next Gen Stats Moment of the Year powered by AWS

Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026 announcement presented by Novartis

NFL Inspire Change Tribute

Salute to Service Award presented by USAA

FedEx Air & Ground Players of the Year

Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award

Don Shula High School Coach of the Year presented by Jersey Mike’s

AP Assistant Coach of the Year

Deacon Jones Sack Leader Award

NFL FLAG Players of the Year Award presented by Toyota

NFL Fan of the Year presented by Captain Morgan

Further details regarding this year’s NFL Honors presented by Invisalign will be announced at a later date.

NFL Honors is an NFL Network production in association with Rock Garden Media. For more information about NFL Honors presented by Invisalign, fans may visit www.nfl.com/honors and follow the #NFLHonors conversation on X.

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