EA Sports CFB 26 Releases Updated Team Ratings Across MAC, CUSA, AAC

EA Sports College Football 26 was released in July 2025 as a sequel to the highly successful EA Sports College Football 25, marking the continuation of the series after an 11-year hiatus enabled by NIL legislation. The game features updated rosters, new teams—including Delaware and Missouri State in Conference USA—and refined gameplay elements, with program prestige ratings playing a critical role in recruiting within the popular Dynasty Mode. Across multiple conferences like the Mid-American Conference, Conference USA, the American Athletic Conference, and the Big Ten, team and player ratings vary, with no programs rated above 2.5 stars in prestige and top player ratings generally in the 80s and 90s overall. Notable player highlights include Buffalo linebacker Red Murdock and Toledo safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren leading the MAC at 90 overall, Northwestern’s offensive tackle Caleb Tiernan rated 91 overall, and Michigan State's defensive leaders such as Nikai Martinez receiving top marks. The game has been embraced by fans and continues to expand with annual releases, maintaining its position as a major collegiate football video game franchise.