From the Field to the Stage: Ryan Fitzpatrick and Other Surprise Presenters at the 2026 ACM Awards
Ryan Fitzpatrick, a former NFL quarterback who played for various teams, including the Buffalo Bills, has transitioned from the football field to the stage of the ACM Awards. The upcoming 2026 ACM Awards will feature a star-studded lineup of country music artists like Chris Stapleton, Lainey Wilson, Luke Combs, and more. However, the announcement of Fitzpatrick as a presenter surprised many viewers who knew him primarily for his football career. Despite this, Fitzpatrick's growing popularity as a broadcaster made him a fitting addition to the awards show.
Joining Fitzpatrick as surprise presenters at the ACM Awards are NASCAR's Corey LaJoie and Carl Edwards, as well as NFL star and broadcaster Andrew Whitworth. The event will also feature appearances by Keith Urban, Lauren Alaina, Michael Bublé, Shaboozey, The War and Treaty, Ashley McBryde, TJ Osborne, and host Shania Twain, who will be hosting the awards for the first time in her career.
Fans can catch all the action of the 2026 ACM Awards starting at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT on May 17 on Amazon Prime and Twitch. The night will be filled with performances by artists like Avery Anna, Blake Shelton, Carter Faith, Dan + Shay, Jordan Davis, Kane Brown, The Red Clay Strays, Thomas Rhett, Tucker Wetmore, and Zach Top. Get ready for a night of celebration and music at the ACM Awards!