Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford Named NVP of Week 14 | 'NFL Slimetime' Season 5

SpongeBob SquarePants' very own Sandy Cheeks has announced Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford as the Nickelodeon Valuable Player (NVP) of Week 14 of NFL Slimetime season five!

Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford Named NVP of Week 14 | 'NFL Slimetime' Season 5

Join Nate Burleson, Young Dylan, Dylan Schefter, Mia Burleson and Cameron Jordan to see NFL highlights, interviews, and game picks as you've never seen them before. Most of all, find out which player takes home the slimiest trophy in sports, the NVP. Catch NFL Slimetime on Nickelodeon, and Paramount+! Try Paramount+ for FREE at ParamountPlus.com.

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Historical list of NVP winners:

2020 WC Game - QB Mitchell Trubisky

Season 1 of NFL Slimetime:

Week 1: QB Kyler Murray
Week 2: QB Tom Brady
Week 3: K Justin Tucker
Week 4: QB Dak Prescott
Week 5: QB Josh Allen
Week 6: RB Derrick Henry
Week 7: WR Ja'Marr Chase
Week 8: QB Mike White
Week 9: OLB Josh Allen
Week 10: QB Patrick Mahomes
Week 11: RB Jonathan Taylor
Week 12: RB Leonard Fournette
Week 13: QB Justin Herbert
Week 14: TE George Kittle
Week 15: DL Christian Wilkins
Week 16: QB Joe Burrow
Week 17: WR Ja'Marr Chase
Week 18: WR Deebo Samuel
2021 Wild-Card Game: QB Dak Prescott
2021 Divisional round: Bills offense
2021 AFC Championship: QB Patrick Mahomes

NVP of NVPs (awarded during the off week before Super Bowl LVI) – QB Joe Burrow

Season 2 of Slimetime:

Week 1: WR Justin Jefferson
Week 2: QB Tua Tagovailoa
Week 3: Lamar Jackson
Week 4: Austin Ekeler
Week 5: Taysom Hill
Week 6: Quinnen Williams
Week 7: Joe Burrow
Week 8: AJ Brown
Week 9: Detroit Lions Defence
Week 10: Jonathan Taylor
Week 11: Travis Kelce
Week 12: Josh Jacobs
Week 13: San Francisco 49ers defense
Week 14: Baker Mayfield
Week 15: Jalen Hurts
Nickelodeon NFL Nickmas Game Hall of Fame: Baker Mayfield
Week 16: Patrick Mahomes
Week 17: N/A (episode canceled out of respect Damar Hamlin)
Week 18: Nyheim Hines
Week 19: Daniel Jones
Week 20: Travis Kelce
Week 21: Miles Sanders
Week 22: Austin Ekeler (NVP of NVPs)
Week 23: Patrick Mahomes (Nickelodeon Super Bowl LVII NVP)

Season 3 of Slimetime:

Pre-season: Deuce Vaughn (first ever 2023 Preseason NVP)
Week 1: Tyreek Hill
Week 2: Mike Evans
Week 3: Keenan Allen
Week 4: Christian McCaffrey
Week 5: D. J. Moore
Week 6: Dan Campbell (first-ever NVC award)
Week 7: Myles Garrett
Week 8: Will Levis
Week 9: Josh Dobbs
Week 10: C.J. Stroud
Week 11: Trevor Lawrence
Week 12: DaRon Bland
Week 13: Gardner Minshew
Week 14: Lamar Jackson
Week 15: Baker Mayfield
Nickelodeon NFL Nickmas Game: Bilal Nichols
Week 16: Amari Cooper
Week 17: Kyren Williams
Week 18: Jordan Love
Week 19: Josh Allen
Week 20: Travis Kelce
Week 21: Christian McCaffrey
NVP of NVPs: Gardner Minshew
NVP of Super Bowl LVIII: Patrick Mahomes

Season 4 of Slimetime:

Week 1: Saquon Barkley
Week 2: Marvin Harrison Jr.
Week 3: Sam Darnold
Week 4: Jayden Daniels
Week 5: Kirk Cousins
Week 6: Jordan Love
Week 7: Kenneth Walker III
Week 8:  Jameis Winston
Week 9: Zay Flowers
Week 10: Brock Purdy
Week 11: Jahmyr Gibbs & David Montgomery
Week 12: Saquon Barkley
Week 13: Russell Wilson
Week 14: Puka Nacua
Week 15: Josh Allen
Week 16: Jonathan Taylor
Week 17: Joe Burrow
Week 18: Bo Nix
Wild Card Weekend: Joe Mixon
Week 19: Derrick Henry
Week 20 (Divisional Round): Jayden Daniels
Week 21 (Conference Championships Matchups): Patrick Mahomes
NVP of NVPs: Saquon Barkley
NVP of Super Bowl LIX: Cooper DeJean

Season 5 of Slimetime:

Week 1: Daniel Jones
Week 2: Brandon Aubrey
Week 3: Isaiah Rodgers
Week 4: Jaxson Dart
Week 5: Rico Dowdle
Week 6: Cam Skattebo
Week 7: Bo Nix
Week 8: James Cook
Week 9: Colston Loveland
Week 10: DeMarcus Lawrence and Tyrice Knight (100th episode)
Week 11: TreVeyon Henderson
Week 12: Myles Garrett
Week 13: Dontayvion Wicks
Week 14: Matthew Stafford

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Originally published: December 10, 2025.

Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford Named NVP of Week 14 | 'NFL Slimetime' Season 5
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Avatar Legends - Hands-On Impressions With the Closed Alpha Playtest

Avatar Legends - Hands-On Impressions With the Closed Alpha Playtest | IGN


IGN's resident fighting game expert and EVO Competitor Mitchell Saltzman went hands-on with the new 2D fighting game, Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game (working title), during the Closed Alpha Playtest.

He breaks down the mechanics, the look, the uniqueness of the characters, and what he's especially excited about for the full release.

Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game (working title) is an upcoming 2D anime action fighting game based on the hit Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra series, developed by Gameplay Group International in collaboration with Paramount.

Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game is launching in Summer 2026 for PlayStation 4 (PS4), PlayStation 5 (PS5), Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC (Steam), with a closed alpha running on Steam from December 5 through December 7.


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Jeff Garcia, ‘Jimmy Neutron’ Voice Actor and Comedian, Passes Away Aged 50

Jeff Garcia, best known as the voice of Sheen Estevez in Nickelodeon's Jimmy Neutron franchise, sadly passed away on Wednesday, December 10. He was 50. His son Joseph revealed his father’s passing on Instagram.

Jeff Garcia / Sheen Estevez
Jeff Garcia | Michael S. Schwartz / Getty Images / Nickelodeon / Deadline

Family members told TMZ that Garcia died early Wednesday morning after being taken off life support at a Southern California hospital following several serious health complications during the past several months. The exact cause of death has not yet been determined.

Born on May 3, 1975, in Irvine, CA, Garcia began his career as a stand-up comedian in 1991, which he continued though the ’90s at Southern California comedy clubs including the Laugh Factory before moving into acting in 1995. His work spanned decades.

Garcia broke out as a voice actor with his portrayal of Sheen Estevez in Nickelodeon’s Jimmy Neutron franchise, first in 2001’s Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius theatrical movie and then TV spinoffs The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius and Planet Sheen. He also voiced the character in TV movie Jimmy Neutron: Attack of the Twonkies in 2005.

He also guest-starred on MTV’s animated series Clone High in 2002, voiced Tyler Nelson in The Maw franchise and Pip the mouse in Steve Oedekerk’s 2006 film Barnyard. He reprised his role as Pip in Back at the Barnyard series, which aired from 2007-11 on Nickelodeon.

Garcia appeared on Comedy Central Presents in 2006. He also voiced Tipa in the 2011 animated comedy film Rio and a spoonbill and an auditioning Spix’ s macaw named Peri in the sequel Rio 2. He was the voice of Rinaldo in George and Bill Miller’s Happy Feet and Happy Feet 2.

He also appeared in live-action television — in Caroline in the City in 1995 and Dangerous Minds in 1996. He went on to portray Freddy Lopez in Byron Allen’s live-action sitcom Mr. Box Office in 2012. In late October, just weeks before his death, he appeared as guest on Allen’s talk show Comics Unleashed.

Along with his son Joseph, Garcia is survived by his daughter, Savannah.

In his tribute on Instagram, Joseph Garcia wrote: “With a very heavy heart, I would like to inform everybody that my father, Jeff Garcia, has passed away. My father was a unique soul. He was unapologetically himself and I will always admire the love, compassion, and drive that he had. He taught me so much and gave me advice that I live by every single day. He was a Father, Son, Uncle, Cousin, Brother, but most of all, he was my best friend. I would call him every day. I would tell him about the plans I had in comedy and my life. He believed in me, in a way that nobody else did. The talent my father possessed was truly one of a kind. From voice acting to stand up comedy, he shined with his quick wit, brash humor, and charm. He has made such an impact on people’s lives internationally, whether you grew up watching Jimmy Neutron, or shared a laugh with him at one of his shows. He was my hero… I idolized him. He may be gone, but he will NEVER be forgotten. He lives on through our family and friends he loved so dearly, along with the legacy he has created. I know you’re in heaven smiling down and you’re in a better place now. No more pain. I’m going to make you proud pops. Fly high, Rocket Man. LLJG🕊️👼🏼”

You can view his tribute in full, which includes photos of the late actor, below:


R.I,P. Jeff Garcia, May 3, 1975 - December 10, 2025


Original source: Deadline.

Classic Rugrats Comic Strip for December 10, 2025 | Nickelodeon

Classic Rugrats Comic Strip for December 10, 2025 | Nickelodeon

Classic Rugrats Comic Strip for December 10, 2025 | Nickelodeon

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Rugrats, provided to Creators Syndicate by Nickelodeon, based off the popular animated television series has been created for children and family's to laugh and enjoy together.

Follow these comics and their take on real episodes of the show and their own spin on hilarious adventures.

Read more Rugrats comic strips!: https://www.creators.com/features/rugrats

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Nickelodeon Expands Family Entertainment Footprint With Two New Play Centers In Indonesia

Nickelodeon is expanding its presence in Asia Pacific with the opening of two new Nickelodeon Play Centre destinations in Indonesia, following a licensing partnership between experiential leisure developer PLAY Culture and Tematik Makmur Abadi. The agreement enables the duo, in collaboration with Paramount, to develop and operate Nickelodeon Play Centres across the country.

Nickelodeon Playtime

Nickelodeon Play Center is designed as a family destination that combines active entertainment, character interaction, and creative retail access. This model focuses on strengthening a new standard for recreational destinations that combine physical play, imagination, and social interaction.

Positioned as next-generation family entertainment venues, the centres feature themed dining, retail, soft-play zones, climbing walls, role-play rooms, interactive games, arts and crafts spaces, and special meet-and-greet sessions with beloved Nickelodeon characters.


This initiative arose from the growing demand in the family entertainment industry for thematic content and experience-based activities. Its primary target audience is urban families seeking quality, safe play destinations with educational value. These two initial openings mark the entry of a new standard for family recreation facilities in urban areas in Indonesia.

The first location, Nickelodeon Playtime at Senayan Park, opened on 27 November 2025 as the flagship center. A second venue, Nickelodeon Playtime: PAW Patrol at Carstensz Mall in Gading Serpong, is scheduled to open ahead of the Christmas holidays.

The dual launch signals a fresh benchmark for family entertainment in Indonesia, said Tematik Makmur Abadi director Rey Wilfred, who expressed pride in bringing world-class immersive experiences to families nationwide.

Nickelodeon Playtime
Photo: Dok Istimewa

"As a licensing partner for Nickelodeon Playtime Play Centers in Indonesia, PT Tematik Makmur Abadi is proud to bring a world-class immersive entertainment experience to families across the country," said Wilfred.

“We also curate and provide a range of premium toys, collectibles, artworks, and creative merchandise sourced from official local and international producers,” he said, as quoted by government-owned radio RRI. “Our goal is not only to enrich the play experience within our centres, but also to support the retail and entertainment ecosystem, as well as brand activation initiatives in Indonesia.”

The launch of Nickelodeon Play Center in Indonesia is supported by the successful track record of the inaugural location in Shenzhen in 2020. This business model has proven effective in attracting repeat family visits through thematic play concepts.

This concept was developed to address the growing trend of experience-based entertainment in shopping centers. Transforming visitor needs are driving retail centers to differentiate themselves through family recreation facilities.

Nickelodeon Playtime

Linda Dong, president of Play Culture, said the region is witnessing significant growth in family entertainment spending and that shopping centres increasingly require experience-led offerings.

“After the success of our first Play Centre in Shenzhen in 2020, we are excited to work with Nickelodeon to bring this innovative concept to more families across the region,” she said. “The launch of Nickelodeon Playtime is an important part of our strategy to meet this demand and strengthen Play Culture’s position as an industry leader.”

The project is designed to expand the standard of children's recreational facilities in the Greater Jakarta area. The concept emphasizes a balance between entertainment and educational functions.

Cow Play Cow Moo Indonesia views the launch as both a commercial opportunity and a cultural milestone. “We are honored to be part of this historic collaboration with Paramount and Play Culture to bring Nickelodeon Playtime to Indonesia. [...] We are committed to delivering joyful and meaningful entertainment for families. These new centres will not only elevate Indonesia’s family entertainment landscape but also inspire children through creativity, play, and the Nickelodeon characters they love,” said president director Daniel Darwin. 

Nickelodeon Playtime

The flagship destination at Senayan Park brings together major Nickelodeon properties with distinct thematic zones - SpongeBob SquarePants, PAW Patrol, DORA, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - alongside a Garfield-themed café.  Each zone is designed to be an exploratory space that encourages physical activity and narrative experiences.

Meanwhile, the Gading Serpong location becomes Asia’s first PAW Patrol-themed location-based entertainment (LBE) project. Designed to transport visitors into the world of Adventure Bay, the centre recreates iconic locations and attractions from the hit series.

This expansion also strengthens Nickelodeon's position as an influential global intellectual property (IP) owner in Asia Pacific.

With two initial opening locations, the Nickelodeon Play Center expansion is expected to strengthen the variety of family play options. The presence of these entertainment centers add an alternative recreational destination in modern shopping centers, addressing the need for quality experiences.

This strategy emphasizes the new direction of the family entertainment industry in Indonesia by presenting more relevant and interactive play formats. The integration of popular characters offers added value to children's experiences through creativity and meaningful play.

Kelly Coskun, vice president of Play Culture, said: “From design to execution to training our on-ground operation and entertainment team, it was truly a fun journey and this project really have truly paid off in the most successful way, we have been full house every day since opening.”

Play Culture added: “In partnership with PT Tematik Makmur Abadi, our exclusive developer and operator of Nickelodeon Playtime Play Centers in Indonesia, we are dedicated to enriching family experiences while supporting a thriving ecosystem of retailers, entertainment venues and brand activations nationwide.

“This launch represents a major milestone in expanding Nickelodeon’s presence across Asia Pacific and highlights Indonesia’s growing role as a hub for world-class family entertainment.”

In an LinkedIn post, Play Culture Co.,Ltd. said:

"Just last week, we officially opened Nickelodeon Playtime at Senayan Park, Jakarta—our first flagship location in Southeast Asia. This immersive family entertainment center features five iconic worlds inspired by beloved Nickelodeon favorites: SpongeBob SquarePants, PAW Patrol, DORA, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and a Garfield-themed café. Each zone is designed to deliver a high-quality, interactive play experience for families in Jakarta.

Next, we’re gearing up for Nickelodeon Playtime: PAW Patrol at Carstensz Mall, Gading Serpong—the first-ever PAW Patrol-themed location-based entertainment project in Asia. Guests can explore the world of Adventure Bay through imaginative play, active challenges, and hands-on learning.

In partnership with PT Tematik Makmur Abadi, our exclusive developer and operator of Nickelodeon Playtime Play Centers in Indonesia, we are dedicated to enriching family experiences while supporting a thriving ecosystem of retailers, entertainment venues, and brand activations nationwide. This launch represents a major milestone in expanding Nickelodeon’s presence across Asia Pacific and highlights Indonesia’s growing role as a hub for world-class family entertainment."


For more information about Nickelodeon Playtime, visit https://nickelodeonplaytime.id

The Nickelodeon Playtime (SPARK) play center is the first Nickelodeon-themed play center to open in Southeast Asia. Designed for children aged 3 to 9 and their families, this vibrant attraction brings beloved cartoon characters to life through immersive and beautifully crafted settings inspired by PAW Patrol, SpongeBob SquarePants, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Garfield, and Dora the Explorer.

Visitors can interact with their favorite characters and step into the world of Nickelodeon through a dynamic mix of physical play, digital interactives, and custom-built props. Nickelodeon Playtime offers a unique combination of active fun, digital engagement, and imaginative exploration, creating a magical environment where families can share joyful and lasting memories.

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Originally published: December 05, 2025.

Original sources: Marketing-InteractiveMarketeers; Update sources: InterGame, MARKETECH APAC.

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