EA SPORTS UNVEILS THE COVERS OF COLLEGE FOOTBALL 27
Updated: Oct 31
EA Sports has officially unveiled the covers of College Football 27, spotlighting some of the biggest names in college football heading into the 2026 season. Featuring offensive stars, elite defenders, and a national championship-winning coach, the selections reflect the talent and excitement currently surrounding the sport.
Three Stars Featured on the Standard Edition
The standard edition cover showcases three players who left their mark on the 2025 season.
Leading the group is Dante Moore, the quarterback of Oregon, who threw for more than 3,500 yards and 30 touchdowns while leading the Ducks deep into the College Football Playoff. After seeing head coach Dan Lanning and mascot The Duck featured on last year's Deluxe Edition, Moore now becomes one of the faces of the franchise himself.
Joining him is Malachi Toney, the standout wide receiver from Miami. Entering college football at just 17 years old, Toney set a new program record with 109 receptions in a single season, surpassing 1,200 receiving yards before shining on the national championship stage.
Rounding out the trio is Kewan Lacy, the explosive running back from Ole Miss. In his first season with the Rebels, Lacy rushed for more than 1,500 yards and 24 touchdowns, quickly establishing himself as one of the nation's most productive offensive players.
By featuring athletes from different conferences and programs, EA Sports highlights some of the most recognizable stars in today's college football landscape.
A Star-Studded Deluxe Edition
The Deluxe Edition expands the spotlight with several additional figures from across the sport.
Among them is Colin Simmons, the dominant linebacker from Texas, who finished the 2025 season with 43 tackles, 12 sacks, and three forced fumbles. Widely regarded as one of the top defensive players in the country, Simmons has become a cornerstone of the Longhorns' defense.
Joining him is Leonard Moore, the All-American cornerback from Notre Dame, who continues to establish himself as one of the premier defensive backs in college football.
The offensive side is further represented by Jayden Maiava, the quarterback of USC, who threw 30 touchdown passes in 2025 and is expected to be one of the most closely watched players entering the upcoming season.
Perhaps the most notable inclusion is Curt Cignetti, who led the Indiana Hoosiers to the first national championship in program history. His appearance on the cover serves as recognition of one of the most remarkable coaching achievements in recent college football history.
Mascots, school traditions, and iconic game-day imagery also appear throughout the Deluxe Edition, celebrating the pageantry and atmosphere that make college football unique.
Releasing July 9
EA Sports is scheduled to reveal additional details about College Football 27 during a full presentation on June 4 through its official YouTube channel.
The game will be released worldwide on July 9, 2026. EA Play members will receive access to a 10-hour trial beginning July 2, while EA Play Pro subscribers will gain full access starting July 6.
With a cover lineup featuring some of the sport's biggest stars and a continued emphasis on capturing the modern era of college football, College Football 27 is already shaping up to be one of the most anticipated sports game releases of the summer.
