Key facts
- EA Sports revealed cover art for the upcoming College Football 27 video game.
- The standard edition cover features Dante Moore, Kewan Lacy, and Malachi Toney.
- The deluxe edition cover includes coach Curt Cignetti, other players, and Mike The Tiger.
- Social media users accused EA Sports of using AI for the cover art.
- The artwork was widely memed and criticized online.
EA Sports has revealed the cover art for its upcoming College Football 27 video game, which has generated significant discussion and criticism on social media. The standard edition of the game features Heisman hopefuls Dante Moore, Kewan Lacy, and Malachi Toney on its cover. A deluxe edition offers an alternative cover, showcasing Indiana coach Curt Cignetti alongside other college players and LSU's mascot, Mike The Tiger. Following the reveal, many users on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) began memeing the artwork and accusing EA Sports of utilizing AI in its creation. The backlash suggests a mixed reception to the cover art, contrasting with the anticipation for the game's return after a hiatus since 2014.