New Friday Night Lights Reboot Series Officially Paused By Peacock

Published Oct 12, 2026, 3:49 PM EDT Jeff Dodge (he/him), a published author and graduate of Western Washington University, has been a TV news editor for many years and has had the chance to interview multiple reality show stars, including Randy Jackson, Nick Cannon, Heidi Klum, Mel B and John Cena. Fun Fact: he’s been to every single Idol Live! Tour. This article covers a developing story. Continue to check back with us as we will be adding more information as it becomes available.It's been almost two years since Peacock announced it was developing a Friday Night Lights reboot, but those plans have now come to a halt. Deadline reports that the reboot is not currently in development, with NBC and Peacock Scripted Content President Lisa Katz saying, "It's on pause." More to come... This article covers a developing story. Continue to check back with us as we will be adding more information as it becomes available. Friday Night Lights