Bears quarterback selected for Madden NFL 27 cover
The Bears quarterback chose a pose and Chicago skyline background to honor Michael Jordan. The cover marks the first time a Bears player has appeared on the annual video game.
thecomeback.comThe Bears quarterback was chosen for the cover of Madden NFL 27. He requested the addition of the Chicago skyline behind a midair pose to reference the original 1985 Air Jordan campaign poster. EA Sports initially proposed a cover showing the quarterback's jump pass from a 2025 playoff game.
The quarterback instead suggested the skyline tribute to Michael Jordan, who won six championships with the Bulls between 1991 and 1998.
Cover selection and tribute The quarterback said the design was intended as respect for Jordan's accomplishments in Chicago. He added that the image brings back the energy and vibe of the original campaign. A meeting between the quarterback and Jordan is in the works, though schedules have not yet aligned.
Milestone and goals The quarterback became the first Bears player to appear on a Madden NFL cover. He described the selection as another steppingstone toward larger goals. He said the recognition reinforces his focus on performance with teammates, coaches, and family. The quarterback also stated he wants to appear on the cover again in the future.
