Saquon Barkley Covers Madden NFL 26

Posted on August 6, 2025

Electronic Arts has announced that Super Bowl champion running back Saquon Barkley will be the cover star for Madden NFL 26. Barkley is the first player from the Eagles to cover of the video game in 20 years.

Barkley made NFL history by becoming the first player to rush for over 2,500 in a single season and playoffs combined. He also became the 9th player to rush for over 2,000 years in a single season. Barkley was also named as the inaugural member of the Madden NFL 26 '99 Club.'

The cover of Madden NFL 26 features Barkley's stunning reverse hurdle move. The game will be released on August 14, 2025. It will be available on multiple platforms, including Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. Here's the Madden 26 Official Reveal Trailer.

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