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QB Williams graces Madden cover in Bears first
Key takeaways
- He took a step toward that promise Wednesday when EA Sports announced he will be the cover athlete for "Madden NFL 27," the first player in Bears history to earn that distinction.
- Williams enters the 2026 season with a 90 overall rating.
- "When I received the call from Madden, it was like my childhood dream was coming true," Williams said.
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He took a step toward that promise Wednesday when EA Sports announced he will be the cover athlete for "Madden NFL 27," the first player in Bears history to earn that distinction.
Williams enters the 2026 season with a 90 overall rating.
"When I received the call from Madden, it was like my childhood dream was coming true," Williams said. "Being on the cover of 'Madden NFL 27' is a full-circle moment.
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