Madden NFL 27 reveals Caleb Williams as its cover athlete, making Bears history
EA Sports confirms the quarterback will headline this year’s installment ahead of the new NFL season.
With the new NFL season just around the corner, the Madden NFL 27 release is only a few months away. And, as tradition dictates, one standout player has been chosen to grace the cover of this year’s installment. Earlier today, EA Sports announced that Caleb Williams, quarterback for the Chicago Bears, will be this year’s cover athlete. This marks the first time a Bears player has ever been featured on the cover of a Madden NFL game, making it a milestone moment both for Williams and the franchise.
How many editions will Madden NFL 27 have?
As has become standard for the series, Madden NFL 27 will launch with two editions, each featuring a different cover. The Standard Edition showcases Williams performing his signature jump pass, while the Deluxe Edition recreates his now-iconic “Iceman” celebration from Week 16 against the Green Bay Packers. In terms of in-game performance, Williams will begin the season with an overall rating of 90.
College Football 27 also reveals its cover athletes
Alongside the Madden announcement, EA Sports also unveiled the cover stars for College Football 27. The Standard Edition will feature Oregon quarterback Dante Moore, Miami wide receiver Malachi Toney, and Ole Miss running back Kewan Lacy. The Deluxe Edition expands the lineup with Texas linebacker Colin Simmons, Notre Dame cornerback Leonard Moore, USC quarterback Jayden Maiava, national championship–winning coach Curt Cignetti, as well as several iconic mascots and classic gameday elements.
More information on Madden NFL and College Football 27 coming soon
EA Sports is also expected to reveal all the details about the upcoming Football titles tomorrow. Tomorrow, June 4, at 8:00 p.m. ET, 5:00 p.m. PT, the Opening Drive will begin on the official Madden NFL YouTube channel, where we’ll present the “full vision for College Football and Madden NFL in one connected showcase, covering every mode, every major innovation, and every way to play.”
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College Football 27 launches on July 9, while Madden NFL 27 is set for a full release on August 13.
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