Caleb Williams Named First Bears Madden NFL 27 Cover

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams has been named the cover athlete for EA Sports' Madden NFL 27, becoming the first player in the franchise's history to receive the honor. The official announcement was made on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, with the video game scheduled for full release on August 13.

Williams, 24, is featured on both the Standard and Deluxe editions of the game. The Standard Edition cover captures his signature jump pass, a recreation of his pivotal fourth-and-eight throw to receiver Rome Odunze during the Bears' playoff comeback victory over the Green Bay Packers last season. The Deluxe Edition highlights his "Iceman" celebration following a 46-yard walk-off touchdown pass to DJ Moore in overtime against the same rival, a play recognized as the 2025 NFL Moment of the Year. The cover art also incorporates the Chicago skyline and, notably, includes Williams's painted nails, a personal trademark he insisted on for the shoot to present an authentic version of himself.

The selection follows a breakout 2025 season where Williams, in his second year, threw for 3,942 yards and 27 touchdowns, setting a new Bears single-season passing record. He led the team to its...