Ryan Williams and Jeremiah Smith Announced as Cover Athletes for EA Sports College Football 26
Alabama's Ryan Williams and Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith will grace the cover of EA Sports College Football 26, celebrating their standout freshman seasons.
Overview
EA Sports has announced that Alabama's Ryan Williams and Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith will be the cover athletes for College Football 26. Both players had remarkable freshman seasons, with Williams recording 865 yards and eight touchdowns, while Smith achieved 1,315 yards and 15 touchdowns. The game, set for release on July 10, will also feature real-world coaches for the first time. The previous edition was a major success, and the new installment aims to continue that trend, with both players expressing excitement about their inclusion on the cover.
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Analysis
- The articles celebrate Ryan Williams and Jeremiah Smith as cover athletes for EA Sports College Football 26.
- Their achievements and excitement indicate a promising future for the franchise and the players.
- The overall tone is highly positive, reflecting pride in the college football community.
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"…Williams said in a statement released by EA Sports that the cover was “a dream come true,” and Smith called it “a tremendous privilege.”"
ABC News·1M·"…Both receivers said it was surreal to see themselves in a game and all of the little traits, like hometown and gear, be accurate in their presentation."
USA TODAY·1M·"…Williams and Smith broke onto the national scene in 2024 with their miraculous catches on the biggest stages."
Associated Press·1M·FAQ
EA Sports College Football 26 is officially set for release on July 10, 2025. Pre-orders for the Deluxe Edition or MVP Bundle allow for three days of early access starting July 7.
The game will be available on PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Ryan Williams (Alabama) recorded 865 receiving yards and 8 touchdowns, while Jeremiah Smith (Ohio State) posted 1,315 receiving yards and 15 touchdowns in their standout freshman seasons.
For the first time, College Football 26 will feature real-world coaches alongside the players. The game also introduces expanded pre-order incentives and early access for select editions.
Cover athletes typically receive publicity and promotion, and EA Sports now compensates players for their inclusion in the game, reflecting recent changes in NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) policies.
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