Remembering the life and legacy of Mississippi native and NFL legend Walter ‘Sweetness’ Payton

As we continue our Black History Month series, we pause to honor a man whose impact transcended the football field entirely.

Walter Payton Award Winner Bobby Wagner Details How Mom Phenia’s Three-Word Message Shaped His Life

The NFL Honors celebrates not only football excellence but the power of community service and impact outside of the gridiron.

Walter Payton Man of the Year 2026: Bobby Wagner wins NFL’s top humanitarian award

Here’s what to know about the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award, including the 2026 nominees, award history and how the ...