EA has announced that Madden NFL 22 will be adding Bo Jackson as the game’s new digital cover star. The athlete will also make his presence felt in the game in a number of different ways. Between November 19th and January 14th, players will receive an 85 overall rated version of Jackson that can be used in Madden Ultimate Team, with a Bo Knows Legend being added to the mode “each week during the holidays.” In The Yard, players will be able to obtain Nike Bo Knows gear, and Jackson will appear in Superstar KO mode. A Bo Knows X-Factor ability is also being added, “built to emulate Jackson’s mythical versatility.”
In a press release, Jackson spoke highly about the opportunity to appear on the game’s cover.
“It’s great to be back in the game with Madden NFL and to appear on my first cover,” said Jackson. “The Nike Bo Knows campaign brings back a lot of nostalgia for me and many others….
