The cover of Madden has been unpredictable over the years, but Madden 26 featuring the iconic Saquon Barkley hurdle felt like a safe bet—and that’s what EA went with for the latest installment of the franchise:
.@Saquon hurdled his way onto the cover of #Madden26
Coming 8.14.25. Pre-Order Today.
🔗: https://t.co/zm14BbUaJf pic.twitter.com/l1QYWN0b7h
— Madden NFL 26 (@EAMaddenNFL) June 2, 2025
The younger generation is sure to love the choice, and it’s awesome to have the Kelly Green uniforms for the Eagles grace the cover.
Full details will be released in the coming weeks, but a post about the Deluxe Edition gives some insights into the changes:
Signature QB tendencies. Unique coaching schemes. Game-changing weather. Experience it all in #Madden26
Coming 8.14.25. Pre-Order Today.
🔗: https://t.co/114UXgnQlZ pic.twitter.com/0OoSxNeYAJ— Madden NFL 26 (@EAMaddenNFL) June 2, 2025
In general, it sounds like added realism is a focus, and improved weather in particular is something gamers have been clamoring for over the years. Similar to College Football 26, perhaps we will get a full reveal trailer later this week.
Madden NFL 26 will release on August 14 for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2.