Philadelphia Eagles star running back Saquon Barkley was announced Monday as EA Sports’ cover athlete for Madden NFL 26. Barkley’s sensational backward hurdle over a defender from Week 9 of last year’s Super Bowl-winning season is depicted on the standard cover. The deluxe edition features a tight shot of Barkley in his game-day gear.

Malvern resident and Eagles football player Saquon Barkley is adding another accomplishment to his ever-growing list, writes James Russell for Onward State.

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley's iconic backwards hurdle will forever be memorialized on the cover of "Madden NFL 26." The airborne Barkley is featured front and center on the latest installment of EA Sports' flagship video game franchise, which is set for release on Aug. 14, 2025.