Cover Reveal and Release Details
Earlier this week EA Sports took the wraps off the cover of College Football 27, the next installment in its revived college football franchise. The company announced that three rising stars — Malachi Toney, Dante Moore and Kewan Lacy — will appear on the game's front page, marking a new generation of talent highlighted by the publisher.
Alongside the cover reveal, EA confirmed the title's release date of July 9, giving fans a clear window to expect the game on next‑gen consoles and PC. The announcement was made by Evan Dexter, EA's Vice President of Franchise Strategy and Marketing, during a preview stream that also teased additional content to be rolled out in the coming months.
A notable omission from this year's edition is ESPN's lead college football analyst Kirk Herbstreit, who had provided the voice of the game when the franchise was revived two years ago. Herbstreit, a staple of College GameDay and a commentator for nearly two decades, will not be featured in the 2027 version, a decision that has sparked discussion among fans and industry observers.
Herbstreit's absence underscores a shifting landscape in college football media, as the sport's digital footprint expands and traditional broadcast voices make way for new formats. The upcoming June 4 livestream on the EA Madden NFL YouTube channel will likely address the broader implications of this change and reveal more about the game's features, soundtrack and online modes.
In addition to the cover athletes and the release schedule, EA has highlighted its partnership with several major brands, including ESPN and On3, to bring exclusive content and promotions to the community. The collaboration aims to blend the excitement of college football with the interactive experience that the new title promises.