EA Sports is set to debut College Football 27 on July 9, a virtual launch that will kick off the 2026 college football season in digital form.
The new title arrives with a full roster of ratings, giving fans a first look at how each program stacks up before the real‑world campaign begins.
Ohio State emerges as a focal point, sharing second place in the overall rankings with Indiana, each earning a 90 overall score. The Buckeyes’ offensive rating sits at 92 while their defense is rated at 88.
Player Ratings Spotlight
Among the individual standouts, wide receiver Jeremiah Smith leads the pack with a 99 overall rating, while Indiana’s left tackle Carter Smith and Notre Dame cornerback Leonard Moore each hold a 97.
The rating system breaks down each athlete into attributes such as speed, strength, agility, change of direction, injury resistance and awareness, offering a granular view of player potential.
Across Ohio’s college football landscape, a dozen universities appear in the game, from the University of Cincinnati and Miami University to Ohio University, the University of Akron, the University of Toledo, Bowling Green State University and Kent State University, all carrying their own sets of player grades.
Fans can expect a deeper immersion as the game’s detailed stats translate into on‑field strategies, making the virtual experience feel increasingly authentic.