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The first NFL Honors took place on the 4th of February 2012 at the Murat Theatre in Indianapolis. Aaron Rodgers won the Most Valuable Player award that night while Alec Baldwin hosted the event for NBC.
The Associated Press selects winners for the core individual honors including MVP and Coach of the Year. Patrick Mahomes received the MVP title during the 9th ceremony held in Atlanta on the 2nd of February 2019.
Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year honors community service efforts beyond the football field itself. Deacon Jones Award recipients receive recognition for their defensive excellence throughout a single season.
The Madden Most Valuable Protectors award existed from 2011 through 2012 before being removed from the roster. Greatness on the Road ran as an active category until 2017 when organizers decided to drop it.
Alec Baldwin hosted the first three ceremonies held in Indianapolis New Orleans and New York City respectively. Steve Harvey took over hosting duties starting with the 9th event in Miami on the 1st of February 2020.