The Return of a College Football Classic
Colin Simmons, the Texas defensive end whose name has become synonymous with relentless pass rush, appears on the deluxe cover of EA Sports College Football 27, the latest edition of the revived college football video game franchise.
The game is slated for a worldwide release on July 9, promising fans a fresh experience after an 11‑year hiatus that ended with the franchise's return in 2024.
Alongside Simmons, the standard edition showcases Ole Miss running back Kewan Lacy, Miami wide receiver Malachi Toney and Oregon quarterback Dante Moore, while the deluxe edition expands the lineup to include Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti, USC quarterback Jayden Maiava and Notre Dame cornerback Leonard Moore.
Simmons joins an elite group as only the second Longhorns player to earn a cover spot since the franchise's comeback, a testament to his standout performance that earned him The Dallas Morning News' 2022 Defensive Player of the Year honor.
His collegiate résumé boasts 91 tackles, 21 sacks, six forced fumbles and an interception over two seasons at Texas, numbers that helped cement his reputation as one of the nation's most disruptive defenders.
The deluxe edition also spotlights other marquee names such as Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers, Colorado two‑way star Travis Hunter and Michigan running back Donovan Edwards, reflecting the game's ambition to capture the full spectrum of college football's brightest talents.
EA Sports' re‑entry into the market not only revitalizes a beloved series but also signals a broader push to integrate college football culture into interactive entertainment, a move that has already translated into record‑breaking sales for College Football 25.