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.

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.

Donovan McNabb says Saquon Barkley landing the "Madden NFL 26" cover is "absolutely well-deserved" ... but breathe easy, Eagles fans -- the former face of the game tells TMZ Sports he doesn't believe in the infamous "curse" surrounding the honor.