Key Aglow: NFL Honors Ceremony and Hall of Fame Inductions

The NFL is handing out its top awards Thursday night, as well as introducing the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s newest members.

It’s all part of the NFL Honors awards ceremony, which has become an annual event ahead of the Super Bowl. The Cleveland Browns will have a presence at the event, with two players and two coaches as finalists for awards.

Follow along here tonight for updates:

A seven-man Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2024 introduced

The 2024 class for the Pro Football Hall of Fame was introduced — linebacker Randy Gradishar, linebacker Patrick Willis, receiver-return man Devin Hester, receiver Andre Johnson, edge rushers Dwight Freeney and Julius Peppers, and defensive tackle Steve McMichael.

More on the Hall of Fame: Randy Gradishar, Julius Peppers, 5 others in Hall of Fame class; Antonio Gates snubbed

49ers running back Christian McCaffrey is NFL Offensive Player of the Year

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey is Associated Press Offensive Player of the Year. He led the 49ers to the NFC title and a spot in the Super Bowl.

Browns coach Steven … err … Kevin Stefanski wins NFL Coach of the Year

The Browns collected their third award of the night when head coach Kevin Stefanski won Associated Press Coach of the Year. It’s the second time he’s won the award, having also won it in 2020.. He guided the Browns to the playoffs for the second time in four years, two of the team’s only three playoff trips since returning to the NFL in 1999.

The presenter announcing the award initially called him “Steven Stefanski” before being corrected.

More on Kevin Stefanski: NFL Honors 2024: Cleveland Browns’ Kevin Stefanski wins AP Coach of the Year award

Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. wins NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year

Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. is the Associated Press Defensive Rookie of the Year. The Texans swept the rookie of the year awards, with quarterback C.J. Stroud being named the top offensive rookie.

Myles Garrett of the Browns wins NFL Defensive Player of the Year

Browns defensive end Myles Garrett wins the Associated Press Defensive Player of the Year. He’s the first Browns player to win the award. Garrett anchored a strong Browns defense that led the team back to the playoffs.

After thanking his parents, the Browns, his high school coach and others who’ve helped him for the years, Garrett turned his attention to his adopted hometown: “To the City of Cleveland, this one’s for you. We’re going to bring home something bigger next time. Let’s go.”

More on Myles Garrett: NFL Honors 2024: Cleveland Browns star Myles Garrett named Defensive Player of the Year

Ceedee Lamb of Dallas Cowboys wins NFL Moment of the Year

Cowboys receiver CeeDee Lamb won Moment of the Year for his 92-yard TD catch from Dak Prescott.

Former Ohio State star C.J. Stroud wins NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year

The show got underway with Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud winning Associated Press Offensive Rookie of the Year. A year after starring for the Ohio State Buckeyes, Stroud guided the Texans to an AFC South Division title and then a first-round playoff win over the Browns.

Browns defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz is NFL’s Assistant Coach of the Year

A half hour before the live TV broadcast began, the Browns picked up their first award. Browns defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz won the Assistant Coach of the Year award, voted on by the Associated Press.

More on Jim Schwartz: Browns defensive coordinator wins AP Assistant Coach of the Year award

What time is NFL Honors?

The show begins Thursday at 9 p.m. ET.

What TV channel is NFL Honors on? Is there an NFL Honors livestream?

The show will air on CBS and NFL Network and stream on Paramount+ and NFL+.  It will also air on Fubo, which offers a free trial.

Who are the Cleveland Browns players and coaches up for awards at NFL Honors?

The Browns have four finalists for major awards:

What are the NFL Honors awards being given out Thursday?

The top awards handed out are voted on by the Associated Press. In addition to the ones the Browns are up for, the other awards include Offensive Player of the Year, Offensive Rookie of the Year and Defensive Rookie of the Year. The NFL also will name its Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award, a top fan will be picked and many more. See the full list here.

When is the new Pro Football Hall of Fame class announced?

The Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2024 will be announced during NFL Honors. A list of 15 modern-era finalists was announced in December. Among those named a finalist are former San Diego Chargers tight end Antonio Gates, Carolina Panthers defensive end Julius Peppers and Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Reggie Wayne. The 2024 class will be enshrined this summer in Canton.

Who is the host of NFL Honors 2024?

Actor, producer and writer Keegan-Michael Key is hosting the NFL Honors for the third time. Past hosts have included Alec Baldwin, Kelly Clarkson, Steve Harvey and Conan O’Brien.

Where does NFL Honors take place?

The ceremony happens in the host city of the Super Bowl. This year, that is Las Vegas, and the event is at Resorts World Theatre.

2024-02-09 03:18:17
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