For its cover last year, the Madden franchise took a break from honoring its players to pay tribute to the late John Madden. For Madden NFL 24, fans should expect a return to form, with the best-performing players being the most likely candidates for the cover. For players like Patrick Mahomes, who had yet another great season, but has already been featured on recent covers—Madden 20 and Madden 22—another cover appearance seems unlikely for Madden NFL 24.