EA Sports hosted a photoshoot for College Football 26, and a leaked image suggesting a Deluxe Edition cover has surfaced, as confirmed by CBS Sports’ Brandon Marcello. The promotional material includes various coaches, such as Kirby Smart and Ryan Day.

Smart, Day, and James Franklin are featured in the leaked image alongside notable players like Jeremiah Smith, Ryan Williams, DJ Lagway, and Nicholas Singleton.

“The EA CFB 26 photo is authentic, and the shoot took place today,” sources informed CBS Sports. The involvement of several coaches suggests significant promotional efforts.

EA has yet to release specific details about College Football 26, although a summer release is anticipated. The previous iteration, College Football 25, showcased Quinn Ewers from Texas, Donovan Edwards from Michigan, and Travis Hunter from Colorado, the winner of the 2024 Heisman Trophy.

Most players in the FBS have opted into a name, image, and likeness agreement for participation in the game. The cover athletes are compensated for their promotional appearances.