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Basketball Hall of Famer Don Nelson died at 86; a five-time NBA champion with the Celtics as a player, he later earned three Coach of the Year awards and mentored teams such as the Bucks and Warriors, briefly held the NBA record with 1,335 regular-season wins at retirement, and was later recognized as one of the NBA’s top 10 coaches of all time along with receiving the Chuck Daly Lifetime Achievement Award in 2025.
Joe Mazzulla was named NBA Coach of the Year after guiding Boston to a 56-26 finish and the East’s No. 2 seed despite major turnover and injuries; he credited his staff and a focus on teaching and development, and Celtics’ season ended with a first-round playoff exit to the 76ers.
Joe Mazzulla was named the NBA Coach of the Year for 2025-26 after guiding the Boston Celtics to a 56-26 record (second in the East) and a top-five net rating, with Jayson Tatum returning from injury and Jaylen Brown emerging as the scoring leader. Despite offseason changes, the Celtics exceeded expectations, and Mazzulla’s leadership and staff-first approach were recognized as pivotal to the turnaround.
The NBA will announce the 2025-26 Coach of the Year during Game 5 of the Western Conference finals, with finalists Mitch Johnson of the Spurs, J.B. Bickerstaff of the Pistons, and Joe Mazzulla of the Celtics. Johnson led San Antonio to a 62-20 regular season and its first playoff appearance since 2019 as the Spurs face the Thunder in a series tied 2-2; the award decision is set for 7:30 p.m. ET before the game.
Mike Macdonald finished third in the 2025 Coach of the Year voting after steering the Seahawks from 9-8 to 14-3 and a Super Bowl berth, as Mike Vrabel won the award; Liam Coen finished second, Ben Johnson fourth, and Seattle heads to Super Bowl LX against New England for the Lombardi Trophy.
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel won NFL Coach of the Year for the second time, earning 302 points and 19 of 50 first‑place votes ahead of contenders like Liam Coen and Kyle Shanahan. Vrabel guided New England from a 4-13 previous season to a 13-4 campaign and an AFC East title in his first year as head coach. The award covers the regular season, with voting after Week 18, and Vrabel joins a small group of coaches who have won the honor with multiple franchises.
Live updates from the 2026 NFL Honors reveal MVP finalists (McCaffrey, Allen, Lawrence, Maye, Stafford) and Coach of the Year finalists (Coen, Johnson, Macdonald, Shanahan, Vrabel) ahead of Super Bowl 60, with Jon Hamm hosting and viewing details for NBC/NFL Network and Peacock/NFL+.
Mike Vrabel was named the PFWA NFL Coach of the Year for 2025 after guiding the New England Patriots to a 14-3 season; John Schneider earned PFWA Executive of the Year for the Seattle Seahawks’ 14-3 campaign and No. 1 seed in the NFC, while Vance Joseph received PFWA Assistant Coach of the Year for Denver’s top-ranked defense.
Kyle Shanahan has gained significant recognition for Coach of the Year after leading the 49ers to a 12-4 record and a potential top NFC seed despite numerous injuries, with his odds improving to +180, though Patriots coach Mike Vrabel remains the favorite.
Week 18 of the 2025 NFL season is crucial for determining playoff seeding, division titles, and the top overall draft pick, with key matchups and races including the AFC and NFC top seeds, division winners, and the Coach of the Year race, amidst high stakes and intense competition.
NFL executives voted on 2025 season awards, with Matthew Stafford winning MVP, JSN Smith-Njigba as Offensive Player of the Year, Myles Garrett as Defensive Player, Jaxson Schwesinger as Defensive Rookie, Mike Vrabel as Coach of the Year, and John Schneider as Executive of the Year, highlighting standout performances and team achievements.
Sean Payton's remarkable turnaround with the Denver Broncos has not translated into Coach of the Year recognition, largely due to high expectations and narrative factors, despite his impressive 10-2 record this season. The article discusses coaching stability, team performance, and the dynamics influencing awards and team decisions in the NFL.
At the midpoint of the 2024 NFL season, key players and coaches are emerging as frontrunners for major awards. Lamar Jackson is leading the MVP race with impressive stats, while Derrick Henry and Saquon Barkley are strong contenders for Offensive Player of the Year. On defense, Xavier McKinney and Fred Warner are making their cases for Defensive Player of the Year. Jayden Daniels is a standout for Offensive Rookie of the Year, and Jared Verse is a top candidate for Defensive Rookie of the Year. Dan Quinn is a leading candidate for Coach of the Year, having transformed the Washington Commanders into contenders.
NFL executives have voted on midseason awards, with Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson leading as the MVP, marking his potential third MVP win. Jackson's improved passing game has been pivotal for the Ravens. Other notable winners include Derrick Henry for Offensive Player of the Year and Dexter Lawrence for Defensive Player of the Year. Dan Campbell of the Detroit Lions was named Coach of the Year, while Lions GM Brad Holmes received Executive of the Year honors, highlighting the team's impressive turnaround and strategic success.
At the NFL midseason point, the Washington Commanders have surpassed expectations with a 7-2 record, thanks to head coach Dan Quinn, offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury, and rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. Kevin O'Connell of the Minnesota Vikings is favored for Coach of the Year, while Lamar Jackson is leading the MVP race with impressive offensive stats. The Los Angeles Chargers' Jesse Minter and Washington's Kingsbury are top assistant coaches. Notable surprises include the Arizona Cardinals' strong performance, while disappointments feature the Bears' struggles with rookie QB Caleb Williams.