For years, college football fans and gaming enthusiasts have been eagerly awaiting the moment when they could once again hear the iconic phrase: “EA Sports… it’s in the game.” Now, that long wait is finally coming to an end, as the beloved EA Sports College Football franchise is making its much-anticipated return.
While an exact release date has yet to be confirmed, the excitement is already building for College Football 26, which is set to launch in 2026. The game follows the triumphant return of the franchise last year, which reignited enthusiasm among fans and players alike. And for supporters of the South Carolina Gamecocks, there’s an extra reason to celebrate—one of their own is taking center stage in the game’s promotional campaign.
Dylan Stewart Among Stars at EA Sports College Football 26 Cover Shoot
As part of the game’s rollout, EA Sports held a high-profile photo shoot at the legendary Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California. A select group of elite college football players was invited to participate, and among them was South Carolina’s standout EDGE rusher, Dylan Stewart.
A leaked cover image from the shoot has sparked widespread excitement, showing Stewart alongside some of the top talents in college football. Among those featured are:
Bryce Underwood – Michigan quarterback
DJ Lagway – Florida quarterback
Garrett Nussmeier – LSU quarterback
Jeremiyah Love – Notre Dame running back
Jeremiah Smith – Ohio State receiver
Sam Leavitt – Arizona State quarterback
Sources close to the development of EA Sports College Football 26 have indicated that the game is expected to feature multiple cover athletes, which explains the presence of so many high-profile players at the shoot. While it remains unclear if Stewart will be a primary cover star or one of several featured athletes, his inclusion alone is a significant milestone for the Gamecocks program.
A Historic Moment for South Carolina Football
For South Carolina fans, seeing Dylan Stewart featured in the promotion of College Football 26 is a source of immense pride. If he does indeed land on the cover, it would mark the first time in program history that a Gamecock has been selected as an EA Sports College Football cover athlete.
With the game’s release still on the horizon, anticipation will only continue to build. But one thing is certain—Gamecock Nation has every reason to be excited. Whether it’s on the field or in the virtual world, Dylan Stewart is putting South Carolina football on the national stage.
South Carolina’s Dylan Stewart makes historic achievement for Gamecocks recognised by EA Sports CFB 26
