What happened: The Pro Football Writers of America selected Barry Wilner as the 2026 recipient of the Bill Nunn Jr. Award, as reported by @RapSheet. The award recognizes long and distinguished contributions to pro football journalism.

Why it matters: The Bill Nunn Jr. Award is the PFWA's most prestigious honor for a reporter and carries enshrinement recognition at the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Recognition of this kind reflects a career spanning decades of NFL coverage.

What to watch: The award is typically presented during Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinement week, where the honoree is formally recognized.