Caleb Williams lives 'childhood dream' as Madden cover athlete
ESPN • • sports
Key Points:
- Caleb Williams will be the cover athlete for "Madden NFL 27," marking the first time a Chicago Bears player has earned this honor.
- Williams enters the 2026 season with a 90 overall rating and aims to improve it to 99 by season's end.
- In his first season with the Bears, Williams set a franchise single-season passing record with 3,942 yards and 27 touchdowns, leading the team to its first divisional title since 2018 and first playoff win in 15 years.
- The game’s Standard Edition cover features Williams’ signature jump pass, while the Deluxe Edition highlights his 2025 NFL Moment of the Year celebration after a walk-off touchdown pass.
- "Madden NFL 27" will be fully released on August 13, with new features emphasizing critical moments and strategic gameplay.