Today, EA SPORTS has announced its cover athlete for the upcoming Madden NFL 27. While the College Football franchise continues to feature multiple players, and Madden has only done that once, there will be one player for both covers of this year's game. This player showed off his skills in unbelievable clutch fashion on national television in January during the playoffs. He ultimately came up short, but had one of the greatest passing plays of all time. Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams, who is now entering his third year in the league, will be on the cover of both the Standard Edition and Deluxe Edition of Madden NFL 27.
Why Caleb Williams was Selected
Caleb Williams was the most "Madden" player in the spotlight in 2025. He even ended Washington's playoff hopes with an insane Hail Mary that propelled the Bears and ended the Commanders. He was featured as the NFL Moment of the Year with a walk-off game-winning 46-yard touchdown pass in overtime against the Packers. Off the field, he is one of the most distinctive cultural presences while styling his own gameday looks complete with unique nail art throughout the season.
Williams will enter the...
