Madden NFL 26 update 1.011 has been released this December 11 on all platforms, bringing a host of gameplay improvements.

Philip Rivers is back. On Wednesday morning, the 44-year-old was signed to the Colts’ practice squad following injuries to just about the entirety of their quarterback room, and according to ESPN’s Stephen Holder, it looks like the team is getting ready to start him under center on Sunday against the Seahawks.

Now back in the NFL on the Indianapolis Colts' practice squad, quarterback Phillip Rivers has also been added to the Madden 26 roster. So what is Rivers' initial Madden rating? Having not played an NFL snap in nearly five years, Rivers' overall score is a 70. His throw power is 83, short throw accuracy is 86, and his speed is 59.

NBC Sports is teaming up with EA Sports to present an alternate live NFL broadcast of the Bengals' game against the Ravens on Thanksgiving night.

Another candidate for the illustrious 99 Club in Madden NFL 26, which lost a member in the past week's ratings update, has emerged in Week 14. Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford gained two points after a strong showing against the Philadelphia Eagles, bringing him up to 97 OVR.

There will be Madden tributes on the three broadcasts, and all six teams playing will wear Madden patches on their uniforms. There will also be a Madden trophy for the MVP of each game, and the coins for the coin toss will pay tribute.

Football esports fans will rejoice in knowing the Madden Bowl will return for 2026 with a slew of programming and competition

Jahmyr Gibbs has been named Offensive POTM. He recorded 493 rushing yards, 203 receiving yards and six touchdowns across the Detroit Lions' five games in November, helping the team win against the Washington Commanders and New York Giants.